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Washington man accused of shooting, killing bald eagle facing federal charges
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· August 5, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further details about the incident are available from ABC13 Houston.
A man from Washington is facing federal charges related to the death of a bald eagle. The charges stem from an incident in which the man allegedly shot and killed the eagle. Further details about the incident are available from ABC13 Houston.
The fact that the man is facing federal charges indicates the seriousness of the alleged offense. For more information on the case, readers can consult the original report from ABC13 Houston, which provides additional context and details about the charges against the Washington man.
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Category: local Published: August 5, 2026 Source: ABC13 Houston (KTRK / ABC) Reading time: 1 min
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