Pelican dies after fishing hook removed near pier, Pompano Beach FL


A person removed a fishing hook from a pelican near the pier incorrectly, causing the pelican to die. The dead bird was left on the ground near the pier.
Audio|Source: Pompano Beach Fire/Rescue/BSO (East & West)
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Transcript:
Reference to subject pulled out a fishing hook incorrectly from the pelican and killed it, left it on the floor.
Reference to subject pulled out a fishing hook incorrectly from the pelican and killed it, left it on the floor.
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Location mentioned:
Near N Pompano Beach Blvd, Pompano Beach, FL 33062
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