Albuquerque police are following up on a lead in the death of a rare Tasmanian devil at the BioPark.There is also a $5,000 reward to help catch whoever is responsible for killing the animal.Read why it has been a tough couple of centuries for Tasmanian devilsCity officials said this past week someone threw a chunk of asphalt at Jasper, hitting him in the head and killing him. The zoo has already started installing new surveillance equipment throughout the park, and will have more security guards.It hopes the upgrades will protect other animals.The person who killed Jasper could face federal charges because Tasmanian devils are an endangered species. Police said there is someone they want to talk to about the case, but haven’t given out further details.Jasper's body has been sent to a taxidermist so it can be used for education in the future. The exhibit is back open.