The Conservation Office Service has clarified that the deer found dead in Kelowna's Glenmore neighbourhood were roadkill.
The site of the dead deer sparked fear among Glenmore residents, as it appeared that the three does had been shot and left near High Road. Black Press was sent images of the deceased does for review.
The Conservation Office was called about the deer and dispatched an officer to investigate the situation on June 22.
The officer concluded that the deer had been killed by a vehicle, not a gun. The deer were subsequently removed from the area by the Conservation Office Service.
The concern by the Glenmore neighbours comes after reports of an illegal animal dumping site in Coldstream. The B.C. Conservation Officer Service stated it is aware of the site in Coldstream. The service confirmed the site is illegal and has been a problem for years.
In the Okanagan, the fawning season takes place from May to June. Does may be aggressive in defending their newborn fawns during this time, and will become more active as their babies age. Drivers are encouraged to slow down and use caution, particularly when driving at dawn and dusk.
For more information on the Conservation Office Service, visit gov.bc.ca. To contact a Conservation Officer with questions or concerns and to report a poacher or polluter, call the 24/7 hotline at 1-877-952-7277.
