Overview
- The Dec. 6 Chimney Rock livestream recorded two adults repeatedly throwing rocks at a resting northern elephant seal, with multiple impacts visible.
- Park officials released images and descriptions of a female in a white baseball cap and multicolored jacket and a male in a dark jacket with neon accents carrying a large DSLR-style camera.
- The incident was captured at about 3:40 p.m., and the National Park Service described the actions in the footage as deliberate.
- The investigation remains open with no arrests reported, and anyone with information is asked to call the NPS tip line at 888-653-0009.
- Elephant seals at Point Reyes are protected under the Marine Mammal Protection Act, and seasonal closures and distance guidelines are in place to reduce disturbance during December through March.