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POLICE are appealing for information after a kangaroo was shot through the jaw with a metal crossbow bolt.
Thanks to the swift actions of licensed wildlife carers and a local veterinarian, the kangaroo survived the arrow injury but authorities want to find the person responsible for the attack.
The National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) received a call from Wildlife Rescue about an injured kangaroo on Sanctuary Point Golf Course on Monday.
Nowra vet Justin Clarke was able to sedate the kangaroo and remove the bolt, which was delivered to local police.
This kangaroo is likely to recover from its injuries, however the shooting remains a serious offence.
NPWS Regional Manager Diane Garrood said she was dismayed by such an irresponsible and cruel action.
“Our native fauna deserve protection, not senseless, inhumane actions like this,” Ms Garrood said.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the NPWS office at Nowra on 4428 6300 or Huskisson police on 4441 5779.
Kangaroos are protected fauna under the National Parks and Wildlife Act 1974 and harming them carries a maximum penalty of $11,000 and six months jail.