Reward Offered in Bever Park Duck Killing

Ducks who survived an attack by vandals huddle in the corner of a night house at the water fowl exhibit at the Bever Park Children's Zoo this morning, Wednesday, June 25, 2008. Vandals killed about 50 ducks there overnight. (Jeff Raasch/The Gazette)

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By Becky Ogann

Story Created: Jun 27, 2008 at 5:20 PM CST

Story Updated: Jun 27, 2008 at 5:20 PM CST

CEDAR RAPIDS - The brutal killing of 50 ducks in Cedar Rapids has gotten a big response from the community.

Police say someone stoned to death half the duck population at Bever Park Zoo.

Now city residents are offering reward money to find out who is responsible for the crime.

The Humane Society of the United States is also pledging $3,000 to the effort.

Cedar Rapids Crime Stoppers is accepting donations for the reward. Just mail it to 505 First Street Southwest.

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