Mantua authorities seek information on bull that was shot and killed
Sep 1, 2022, 7:00 PM | Updated: Dec 29, 2022, 11:27 am
BOX ELDER COUNTY, Utah — Authorities in Mantua are seeking information on an incident in which a bull was shot and killed last week.
According to Mantua Mayor Terry Nelson, the bull had a value of $9,000. The incident occurred on the east side of Mantua Valley near 800 East.
A veterinarian, who examined the animal, said it had been shot with a small caliber of firearm. And said it probably lived in pain for roughly a day until it died.
Anonymous individual has come forward with a cash reward of $1,000 with information leading to an arrest.
Anyone with information on this incident should contact Mantua Police.
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