Discuss the murder of Digit and Fossey's reaction. What good might have come from Digit's death?

During a search for traps, Ian Redmond found Digit's mutilated body. The poachers were apparently interrupted before they could complete the mutilation, though Digit's head had been removed. Fossey and Fossey discussed whether to release the news of Digit's slaughter. Releasing the story could create a public outcry that might force officials to further their efforts to stop poaching. Fossey feared that the plan could backfire. Eventually she decided to release the information, hoping that by doing so, Digit won't have died in vain.