Honestly, who would leave that out all night. Thieves, miscreants, and meth heads abound looking to snatch anything that may net them a quick buck. Or in this case, some oohs and ahhs from their "hunting" buds.
I actually stopped at a friends ranch off the beaten path for a few hours sleep rather than chance someone liberating my elk rack from the back of my pickup at a motel. Luckily I had food left from what I packed for camp, I didn't have to leave the truck to order food or go in a restaurant.
I'm sorry this guy had this happen to him. What a shame.
Brown Elk antler is $15 dollars a pound.
If he calls the local antler buyers they will probably let him know when the sawed off antler try to get sold.
Leave anything in a truck at a motel is gonna end up as an educational experience for someone that’s not too bright.
How many seconds does it take to walk it inside to your room?