Another ‘Known wolf’ Shooter and Hunter Takes the Fall
Hunter Andrew Renner Pleads Guilty
The sentencing for Hunter Renner, the most recent to plead guilty in the “known wolf” case, is set for November 3, 2024. Renner is one of several hunters who illegally killed wolves in Wisconsin and then passed them off as coyotes.
In 2017, Renner and other hunters killed six wolves in Burnett County, Wisconsin, and registered them as coyotes.
A joint investigation between the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service uncovered the illegal activities and led to charges against 11 individuals.
Previous Guilty Pleas
Renner's guilty plea follows those of three other hunters in the case. Christopher Anderson, Cody Brettingen, and Donavan Heeringa all pleaded guilty to federal charges related to the illegal killing of wolves.
Anderson was sentenced to eight months in prison, Brettingen to six months, and Heeringa to three months.
The remaining seven defendants in the case are scheduled to go on trial in October 2024.
Impact on Wolf Populations
The illegal killing of wolves has a significant impact on wolf populations. Wolves are apex predators that play an important role in the ecosystem.
The killing of wolves can disrupt the balance of the ecosystem and lead to an increase in the population of deer and other prey species.
This can have a negative impact on the health of the forest and other wildlife populations.
Importance of Wolf Conservation
Wolves are an important part of the ecosystem and play a vital role in maintaining a healthy balance in nature.
It is important to protect wolves and ensure their populations remain stable.
The illegal killing of wolves is a serious crime that can have a significant impact on the ecosystem.
