Bald Eagle recovering after being shot in Denver suburb

(DENVER) – A bald eagle is recovering after being shot in Colorado. 

Wildlife officials say the eagle was shot near the shoreline of Croke Reservoir in Northglenn on January 12. 

The eagle suffered a wing injury after being struck by a ball bearing. 

It underwent surgery and is now recovering at a rehabilitation facility. 

Colorado Parks and Wildlife is investigating the shooting as the bald eagle is a federally protected species. 

Anyone with information is urged to contact 1-877-265-6648 or game.thief@state.co.us.