A deer found in Stillwater has been confirmed to have had chronic wasting disease. The animal was initially spotted by a landowner due to its strange behavior and emaciated appearance. The deer's body was retrieved after it died and tested by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, which detected the disease.

The discovery highlights the importance of public awareness and reporting of sick deer. Further details about the discovery and the DNR's response are available from the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. The agency has expressed gratitude for the landowner's report, emphasizing the role of public participation in maintaining a healthy deer population.