(Albert, Lea, MN) — Officials are investigating after a dead bald eagle was recently found in a plastic bag near Albert Lea. The bald eagle is federally protected and killing or keeping one is punishable by up to year in prison and a fine up to 100-thousand-dollars. The U-S Fish and Wildlife Service is offering a reward of up to 25-hundred-dollars for information leading to a conviction of the responsible party. Anyone with information is urged to call 1-800-652-9093.