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- Huxley teen convicted after intentionally striking protected geese with his truck
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📰 News we're reading
• Iowa man convicted of intentionally hitting geese with vehicle (whnt.com) — A 19-year-old Huxley resident has been convicted in federal court after intentionally hitting two protected Canada geese with his truck near Ankeny, leading to one death and one euthanization. He now faces potential jail time, probation, supervised release, and a substantial fine, with sentencing still to be scheduled. 
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