LDWF agents cite subject for hunting turkeys over bait in Claiborne Parish

Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries enforcement agents cited a subject for an alleged turkey hunting violation on April 17 in Claiborne Parish.

Agents cited Landry Bernard, 35, of Homer, for hunting turkeys over a baited area.

Agents received a complaint about someone hunting turkeys over a baited area near Homer. An agent went to the scene and observed Bernard actively hunting turkeys near a corn feeder with deposited corn on the ground.

Hunting turkeys over a baited area brings a $250 to $500 fine and up to 90 days in jail.

Agents participating in the case are Sgt. Ryan Brasher and Corporal Emily Sexton.