There is currently an investigation into the killing of a saddle mule near Corvallis on the evening of February 25th or the morning of February 26th, and Metro Express Car Wash in Missoula is offering a $5,000 reward.

Andy Martin of Metro Express is offering a $5,000 reward for information leading to arrest and conviction of the person(s) responsible for the death of the saddle mule. Andy is a former Sheriff’s Deputy and the current Metro Express Car Wash Operating Partner and is saddened by the shooting, and would like the to see the perpetrator brought to justice. Andy said, “I own a saddle mule myself and can only imagine what the mule’s owners are going through. This type of cruelty needs to be dealt with, and we’re hoping this reward will help identify the person responsible.”

They are asking anyone with information about the killing, that occurred near Groff Lane west of the Eastside Highway according to the Ravalli Republic, to contact the Ravalli County Sheriff’s office at 406-363-3033. Information can also be reported on the Sheriff's app or through Crime Stoppers at 406-721-4444. The saddle mule was reported killed between 8 p.m. February 25th and 8 a.m. February 26th. 

Metro Express Car Wash has been a great asset to the community, they often do promotions to benefit local charities and they also hold free car wash days for veterans and military families.

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