Cavalier County (trfnews.i234.me) – On May 9, 2025, a disturbing incident unfolded near Langdon, North Dakota, when a black bear was allegedly chased down and fatally shot from a vehicle. Robert Royce MacKall, a 51-year-old resident of Langdon, has been charged with two Class B misdemeanors: hunting or harassing game from a motor vehicle and unlawful possession of furbearers.
Each charge carries a maximum penalty of 30 days in jail and/or a $1,000 fine. According to reports, MacKall does not have a prior criminal history. The case has garnered significant attention, with many expressing outrage over the treatment of the bear.
Did you know? In North Dakota, it is illegal to hunt or harass wildlife from a motor vehicle. Such laws are in place to ensure ethical hunting practices and the humane treatment of animals.
I’m Chris Harper reporting for TRF News.