The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is offering a $1,000 reward for information leading to the conviction of whoever is responsible for killing a grizzly bear in the Gallatin National Forest, likely over the Memorial Day weekend.

The grizzly bear carcass near the Cache Creek and Taylor Fork roads.

Anyone with information about the shooting should contact USFWS law enforcement at 406-427-7355 or to the state Department of Fish, Wildlife and Parks at 1-800-TIP-MONT (800-847-6668). Callers may remain anonymous.