Abbeville man cited for shooting a black bear

ABBEVILLE, La. (KLFY) -- Abbeville man is cited for allegedly shooting a Louisiana black bear in Vermilion Parish, Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) said.

Authorities said they cited Shannon R. Parker, 50, of Abbeville, for allegedly shooting a bear during a closed season. During the investigation, authorities said Parker admitted to shooting the bear with his .270 rifle.

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