Truck that intentionally chased, ran over deer sought by Sask. conservation officers

Conservation officers are searching for a truck used to run over a deer near Maryfield, Sask. (Source: Facebook/SaskTip)

Conservation officers in southeastern Saskatchewan are turning to the public for information on a truck that deliberately chased and ran over a group of deer.

According to an update from SaskTip, the incident was reported March 10 near the outskirts of Maryfield, Sask. when witnesses saw a truck chasing down the deer in a nearby field the night of March 9.

Upon arriving at the scene, conservation officers found the remains of two dead white-tailed deer fawns, along with the scavenged remains of a third deer.

“Evidence indicates that two trucks were involved, one actively pursuing the animals while the second watched. Both vehicles fled the scene when witnesses approached,” SaskTip said.

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Conservation officers have collected evidence but are looking for the public’s help in identifying those responsible. A cash reward of up to $2,000 is being offered for what SaskTip described as a “serious wildlife offence.”

Anyone with information can submit details anonymously through the Turn-in-Poachers and Polluters (TIPP) line.

Maryfield is located approximately 250 kilometres southeast of Regina, near the Manitoba border.