Sick: Remains of dogs found in crab pots

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Thorne Bay harbor. Photo credit: Alaska Department of Fish and Game

Alaska Wildlife Troopers reported the remains of two domesticated dogs were found inside crab pots near Thorne Bay, on the eastern shore of Prince of Wales Island, facing Clarence Strait.

According to Alaska State Troopers, wildlife officers from Ketchikan were conducting routine crab pot inspections when they located two pots, each containing the remains of a French bulldog. The dogs, named Whiskey and Yoda, had gone missing on Feb. 13, and their owners had been actively searching for them.

Authorities have not yet determined how the dogs ended up in the crab pots, which were unmarked.The case is under active investigation, and officials urge anyone with information regarding the disappearance of the animals to come forward.

Those with relevant information are encouraged to contact them at 907-826-2291.