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Hawk Poacher to Pay $50,000 Fine, Banned From Hunting
In a shocking case of wildlife poaching, Frederick Alvin Corder, a 53-year-old man from Corinth, Mississippi, has been sentenced to pay a hefty fine of $50,000 for his role in killing migratory birds. Corder’s crimes were uncovered following a three to four year scheme to trap and kill hawks and owls on Cedar Oak Plantation in Marshall County, Mississippi.
According to court documents, Corder participated in a conspiracy to violate the Migratory Bird Treaty Act (MBTA) by taking or attempting to take migratory birds of prey, including hawks and owls. This brazen act of wildlife poaching was carried out over a period of several years, with Corder utilizing the plantation for purposes of releasing pen-raised quail for field trials and training bird dogs.
Corder’s actions have sparked outrage among conservationists and wildlife enthusiasts, who are calling for harsher penalties for those who abuse the environment. ‘We take our mission working with the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks and the citizens of Mississippi in conserving, protecting, and enhancing fish, wildlife, plants and their habitats very seriously,’ said Luis Santiago, Special Agent in Charge of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.
In addition to the fine, Corder has been placed on probation for a term of two years, during which time he will be prohibited from hunting anywhere in the world or participating in field trials. This harsh sentence serves as a warning to others who might consider engaging in similar acts of environmental vandalism.
The case was investigated by the United States Fish and Wildlife Service Office of Law Enforcement and the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks. The case was prosecuted for the United States by AUSA Robert Mims.
Corder’s actions have left many questioning the motives behind his actions. ‘The U.S. Attorney’s Office will continue to work closely with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks to hold accountable those individuals who choose to violate the law by abusing our environment,’ stated U.S. Attorney William C. Lamar.
As the community comes to terms with the severity of Corder’s crimes, many are left wondering what could have been done to prevent this act of wildlife poaching. ‘We will continue to work closely with our State partners to assist them in these important investigations,’ said Santiago, vowing to take a tougher stance on environmental crimes.
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Key Facts
- State: Mississippi
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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