The Brief
- A harbor seal named “Benny” has died after being found shot in the head in the Hood Canal.
- Rescuers said the seal had shown signs of recovery before suddenly taking a fatal turn during rehabilitation.
- Investigators have not identified who shot Benny, and wildlife groups fear similar cases may be underreported.
DES MOINES, Wash. – A harbor seal that was shot in the head in Washington’s Hood Canal has died, marking a heartbreaking end to her rescue and recovery mission.
The seal, affectionately named “Benny,” passed away while under the care of marine wildlife welfare group SR-3 in Des Moines.
The backstory:…