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• Federal Officials Investigating Sea Turtle Deaths near South Padre Island Play Video

  August 18, 2019 3:26 PM

  SOUTH PADRE ISLAND- A federal investigation is underway into the deaths of sea turtles near South Padre Island. On a Facebook post, Texas Game Wardens said they received several calls of people catching, killing and filleting sea turtles. After a vehicle search, shells were found. Wardens headed... more »

• Law Enforcement Agencies Stepping Up Patrols for Memorial Day Weekend Play Video

  May 25, 2019 8:55 PM

  SOUTH PADRE ISLAND- Several law enforcement agencies are stepping up patrols for Memorial Day weekend. Texas Game Wardens are stressing safety as the summer months are quickly approaching. They're checking for fire extinguishers, sound producing devices and life jackets. CHANNEL 5'S Cecilia Gutierrez rode along with Game... more »

• Game Wardens Team up with Coast Guard to Recover Illegal Fishing Gear

  April 20, 2019 4:36 PM

  RIO GRANDE VALLEY- Texas Game Wardens continue to team up with the U.S. Coast Guard, to recover illegal fishing gear. They pushed back several lanchas into Mexican waters Friday afternoon and Saturday morning. During their efforts, they also seized miles of fishing line. Several animals, including sharks... more »