Gulf Dolphins Killed

Gulf Dolphins Killed [PHOTOS], Authorities are investigating several attacks on dolphins in the northern Gulf of Mexico after some were found with gunshot wounds, cuts and missing jaws.

The Sun Herald reported that the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) issued a "heads up" directive on Thursday, putting officials on alert for an increase in human interaction with dolphins in the waters across Louisiana, Mississippi and Alabama.

Authorities say cases of gunshot wounds, mutilations and other injuries have been detected in recent months. Go here to read more and to see the shocking slideshow pics.