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Outrage Erupts After Fawn Rescue Ends in Euthanasia

8/14/2025

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Story summary

Kimberly Graham rescued a fawn named BabyBelle, but LDWF euthanized it for lack of a rehabilitation permit.
The community is expressing outrage and demanding accountability from LDWF.
State Representative Lauren Ventrella is pushing for changes in wildlife rehabilitation laws.
The Humane Society is calling for public action to support policy reform.

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Story summary

Kimberly Graham rescued a fawn named BabyBelle, but LDWF euthanized it for lack of a rehabilitation permit.
The community is expressing outrage and demanding accountability from LDWF.
State Representative Lauren Ventrella is pushing for changes in wildlife rehabilitation laws.
The Humane Society is calling for public action to support policy reform.