Louisiana Operation Game Thief (LOGT), a wildlife crime-stopper program operated by the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries, continues to play a vital role in protecting the state’s natural resources by empowering citizens to report wildlife-related crimes.

At its most recent LOGT board meeting, officials reviewed 23 cases that included tips from the public. Those tips resulted in the apprehension of 40 subjects and the issuance of 94 citations statewide. As part of the program, $8,300 was paid to informants whose information led to arrests or citations.

The cases that qualified for rewards involved violations related to deer, migratory game birds, and small game.

LOGT allows citizens to report illegal hunting, fishing, and other wildlife offenses at any time. The hotline operates 24 hours a day, and callers may remain confidential and anonymous. Tips that lead to an arrest or citation may be eligible for rewards of up to $1,000.

Officials with LDWF emphasized that public involvement is essential in protecting Louisiana’s wildlife.
Anyone wishing to report a wildlife-related crime can contact Louisiana Operation Game Thief at 1-800-442-2511.