According to the provided reference, the killer of Hedwig in the films is not definitively identified, but there are two main possibilities based on the events shown.
The reference states that Hedwig was killed during the aerial battle in Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1. During this chaotic pursuit, several Death Eaters were attacking Harry Potter and his companions.
Potential Killers According to the Films
Based on the reference information, the identity of who fired the killing blow is attributed to one of two individuals:
- Selwyn: A Death Eater who was actively pursuing Harry and Hagrid during the flight. The reference notes that Hedwig's death occurred "quite a while into the fight when there was only a couple death eaters following them," suggesting Selwyn as a strong possibility among the remaining attackers.
- Stanley Shunpike: Although fighting on the side of the Death Eaters, he was believed to be under the influence of the Imperius Curse. This curse is known to compel a person to do the caster's bidding against their will.
The specific circumstances in the film's portrayal lead to these two individuals being cited as the potential candidates responsible for Hedwig's death.
