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He also admitted failing to comply with the conditions of his firearms license and was issued with a combined fine of £9,700. His firearms license has been revoked.
Another man, Kenneth McClune, aged 61, also pleaded guilty to failing to comply with the conditions of his firearms license and was fined £840. His license has also been revoked.
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Wildlife Crime Liaison Officer John Cowan said: “This illustrates our ongoing commitment to investigating and reporting the persecution of protected wildlife.
“We work alongside our partners, such as the SSPCA, RSPB, land-owners and managers, in tackling this type of crime to ensure our wonderful wildlife is safe and able to thrive in the Scottish countryside.
“The actions of a few individuals do not reflect the positive steps taken by most land owners and managers to maintain and encourage wildlife in our countryside.”
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