Men arrested in slaughter

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There are 11 men from British Columbia now facing 105 charges in the killing and mutilation of bald eagles. The charges stem from an investigation into the slaughter of 50 of the sacred birds, many of which were found buried on the Burrard First Nation reserve in February 2005. Burrard First Nation Elder Leonard George has confirmed that some of the men arrested were part of his community. "The slaying of eagles has nothing to do with First Nations culture and everything to do with the personal economic gain and profit of the perpetrators," said Tsleil-Waututh Nation Elder Ernie George. The arrests come after 15 months of investigation. The RCMP said there are more charges pending. The first court proceedings will take place June 15 in Surrey Provincial Court.

"We look forward to a final resolution in the court system," said Tslieil-Waututh Chief Leah George-Wilson.