Crime Stoppers looking for information on killing of bottlenose dolphin

Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers is joining the search for the people or persons involved in a "sick act of cruelty" against a dolphin, leading to its death.

A bottlenose dolphin, was found dead in May off the coast of Upper Captiva. The necropsy results were announced this week, showing it was likely killed by a spear. 

“This was, without a doubt, a sick act of cruelty and we hope that anyone who has information on the responsible party will step up, do the right thing, and share whatever information they have,” said Trish Routte, Crime Stoppers Coordinator.

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Anyone with information about the killing will be eligible for a cash reward of up to $3,000 from Crime Stoppers, as well as additional reward money from the Humane Society of the United States and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration that was previously announced at $38,000.

If you have any information about the killing you can reach Crime Stoppers at 1-800-780-TIPS (8477).

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