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Hawks Stolen at Rams Game, Animal Cruelty Probe Launched

10/1/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Two Harris's hawks, Alice and Bubba, were stolen from SoFi Stadium during a Rams game on Sept. 28, 2025.
The suspect fled in a maroon Kawasaki Mule UTV. The ignition key was left. UTV was found in South Los Angeles.
Two dead quails near the UTV prompted an animal cruelty probe today.
Inglewood Police Department asks for information; call 310-412-5206.

History

Historical Context

The 1998 amendment to the Animal Welfare Act aimed to strengthen protections for wildlife, including Harris's hawks, amid rising public concern for animal rights. Despite these efforts, incidents like the recent theft of Alice and Bubba from SoFi Stadium and the subsequent animal cruelty investigation highlight ongoing challenges in enforcing wildlife protection laws, emphasizing the need for community vigilance and stricter regulations.

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Story summary

Two Harris's hawks, Alice and Bubba, were stolen from SoFi Stadium during a Rams game on Sept. 28, 2025.
The suspect fled in a maroon Kawasaki Mule UTV. The ignition key was left. UTV was found in South Los Angeles.
Two dead quails near the UTV prompted an animal cruelty probe today.
Inglewood Police Department asks for information; call 310-412-5206.

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