Deer shot through head with crossbow in Hendersonville; Poacher sought

Posted:Aug 15, 2022 / 10:23 AM CDT

Updated:Aug 16, 2022 / 10:33 AM CDT

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HENDERSONVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) — The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency is investigating after a buck was shot with a crossbow out of season.

The mature buck was spotted in a Hendersonville neighborhood and photos of the injured animal, with a crossbow bolt protruding from its head, began circulating on social media.

“While this agency doesn’t make a habit of going out and handling every injured animal, this animal was in distress, and we felt like we could make a difference for it,” said Barry Cross with TWRA.

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