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YouTubers Sentenced for Deer Poaching Charges
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By the numbers: this timeline documents 6 events from Jan 1, 2019 to Jul 27, 2026, drawn from 1 source.
Background
William Bethel and Justin Booth, two YouTubers behind the outdoor channel Creek Kings Outdoors, were investigated by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources for wildlife offenses related to deer hunting.
The investigation, which spanned over a year, found that the pair had illegally hunted white-tailed deer in Three Creeks Metro Park and on other properties where they did not have permission to hunt.
The timeline
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Illegal Deer Hunting Begins
William Bethel and Justin Booth allegedly begin illegally hunting white-tailed deer in Three Creeks Metro Park and on other properties where they did not have permission to hunt.[1491]
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Illegal Deer Hunting Continues
The pair reportedly continues to illegally hunt deer, with videos uploaded to the Creek Kings Outdoors YouTube channel featuring deer that had been poached.[1491]
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Investigation Concludes
The Ohio Department of Natural Resources concludes its investigation into the pair's alleged wildlife offenses.[1491]
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Charges Filed
William Bethel and Justin Booth are reportedly charged with dozens of wildlife offenses related to deer hunting.[1491]
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Guilty Pleas Entered
Both men reportedly enter guilty pleas to 20 charges each, including hunting deer without permits and possessing illegally taken deer.[1491]
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Sentencing
William Bethel and Justin Booth are reportedly sentenced to jail time, fines, and a hunting ban for their wildlife offenses.[1491]
Frequently asked
What were the YouTubers charged with?
William Bethel and Justin Booth were charged with dozens of wildlife offenses related to deer hunting, including hunting deer without permits and possessing illegally taken deer.
What was the outcome of the sentencing?
The pair was ordered to pay a combined $37,051.32 in fines and restitution, and were sentenced to nine days in jail and banned from hunting, fishing, and trapping for five years.
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GenZHype. “YouTubers Sentenced for Deer Poaching Charges.”
GenZHype, 4 September 2026,
https://genzhype.com/drama/youtubers-sentenced-for-deer-poaching-charges/.