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Driver Identified After Jeep Kills 25 Seagulls on Washington Beach

Authorities are working to contact the out-of-state driver who allegedly ran over the protected birds and nearly hit two people walking their dogs.

  • The incident occurred around 8 p.m. south of Klipsan Beach, Washington.
  • Witnesses reported the Jeep driving at high speed and snapping photos of the driver and vehicle.
  • Efforts to save the injured seagulls were unsuccessful; all 25 birds died.
  • The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife Police are seeking additional witnesses.
  • Seagulls are protected under state law, making it illegal to harm them.
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