I think most hunters would have done the same thing as you. I would be suprised if you got any heat over this, but I also know that some people just love to provide grief and arm chair quarterback.

I have never had to deal with this while hunting. I have had to put a few down that were hit by cars. In fact, I did so just this past spring, knowing that it was illegal and I might recieve a fine for it. The county deputy that came to fill out the report thanked me for ending it quickly and never even thought of writting me up. So maybe you can take some comfort in that.