Controversial American Idol Contestant Faces Backlash for Hunting Video Showing Dog Attack on Hog
Introduction
An “American Idol” contestant is facing heavy criticism over a recently resurfaced video, in which he participates in a hog hunting expedition accompanied by several dogs. The contestant, Will Moseley, has attracted negative attention for his love for hunting, especially after circulating a grotesque video on social media.
Background
Will Moseley, a standout finalist on the current season of ‘AI,’ hails from Georgia, a state known for its hunting culture. Moseley proudly embraces his hunting background and frequently ventures into the forests with his family to hunt various wildlife, including small game.
Controversial Video
The viral video, originally posted by Will in early ’22, depicts him, his father Todd Moseley, and his girlfriend Ryleigh during a hunting expedition. The disturbing video captures the trio with a hog trapped in a stream, while a pack of dogs mercilessly attacks the helpless animal.
Outrage and Animal Cruelty Claims
While the hog hunting may conform to Georgia’s hunting regulations, the video has sparked widespread outrage for its graphic and inhumane content. Individuals flooded Will Moseley’s social media platforms, condemning his supposed animal cruelty. Many even questioned the legitimacy of his continued participation in the talent competition ‘American Idol,’ given his disturbing actions.
Georgia Hunting Regulations
Although the hog hunting displayed in the video appears to be within legal limits in Georgia, it continues to draw substantial public attention and condemnation. Regulations surrounding hog hunting in the state include obtaining permits and adhering to specific hunting seasons and restrictions. However, the use of dogs during hog hunting is allowed, except on public lands.
Impact on Will Moseley’s ‘American Idol’ Journey
Having gained significant popularity and praise during his run on ‘American Idol,’ the recently resurfaced hunting video poses a potential threat to Will Moseley’s newfound fame. Individuals perturbed by his actions are reconsidering their support for him in the competition, creating uncertainty about his future on the show.
Official Statements
TMZ reached out to Will Moseley and the ‘American Idol’ team for comment, but no responses have been received thus far. The Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division provided a statement clarifying that hunting feral hogs is permitted on private lands and specific public lands in Georgia. The statement confirms that using dogs in hog hunting is allowed, apart from on public lands.
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