Deputy asked to remove protected turkey vulture, Mt Airy GA


A caller requested a deputy to remove a turkey vulture near Oakwood Place. The bird is protected by wildlife regulations. Authorities are confirming if removal is permitted before action.
Audio|Source: Habersham County Emergency Services
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Transcript:
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I saw a caller wanting a deputy to come out and put down a turkey vulture.
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He has the bird.
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He said he called DNR and they said the SO[1] would have to put it down because it was a protected bird, near Oakwood Place for you arrive.
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But it's confirmed that we're allowed to put it down because it is a protected bird by the NR standards and state regulations.
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That was the caller's what he advised us.
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Call the NARG confirmation.
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If they say we can do it, I'll go take care of it.
Police codes explained
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SO: Sheriff's Office
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Location mentioned:
Near Oakwood Pl, Mt Airy, GA 30563
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