Originally Posted by
Bob H in NH
How does one know that no follow up occurred? Also, a random call like this, DEC shows up, asks the hunter about it, he says "nope", now what?
Guys, this is not an embellished story; perhaps my use of the word "tale" is being taken far too literally.
Substitute the term cautionary tale.
Here's the deal- law enforcement is decidedly not black and white, turns out it's mostly grey.
I know, you don't like that; neither did I.
BobH-
Small town grapevine; the deer was hanging just as I said it would be.
Because I did not "witness" the shot...
Also as I mentioned, there was some blowback from the neighbor in regard to the call, which is why I hesitated initially.
Think what you will; however, this is a small town. Although I moved here as a kid, the ties which bind here are long and tight.
I went to school with most of the guys who are now LEOs.I see and speak with our Forest ranger and DEC officer fairly regularly. I know whereof I speak.
As to the OP's initial query, my reply remains the same: if you think appropriate action will be taken, then by all means proceed.
Be prepared, though, that things may not go the way you expect.