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Judge Declines to Block Controversial Fox Euthanasia Plan

10/31/2025

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Mobile County Circuit Court Judge Michael Youngpeter ruled he lacks jurisdiction to block the Dauphin Island wildlife plan, which traps and euthanizes foxes.
Duane Wood and Spencer Harrison filed suit arguing the plan is inhumane.
The town says removal protects endangered species, while the plaintiffs pursue federal court options.
A petition opposing fox removal has gathered over 2,500 signatures.
The judge will issue a written ruling next week.

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Story summary

Mobile County Circuit Court Judge Michael Youngpeter ruled he lacks jurisdiction to block the Dauphin Island wildlife plan, which traps and euthanizes foxes.
Duane Wood and Spencer Harrison filed suit arguing the plan is inhumane.
The town says removal protects endangered species, while the plaintiffs pursue federal court options.
A petition opposing fox removal has gathered over 2,500 signatures.
The judge will issue a written ruling next week.