What started as a routine inspection of a Saskatchewan taxidermy business led to a complex investigation culminating in multiple charges, dozens of wildlife exhibits seized and more than $7,000 in fines.

Brandon McCrea of Mossbank, Sask., pleaded guilty on Sept. 23 in Moose Jaw provincial court to offences under The Wildlife Act, including operating a taxidermy business without a licence and illegal possession of wildlife.

McCrea was fined $7,250, including surcharges.

Officers visited Northern Re…