UK police appeal for information after sheep attacked with crossbow
The attack took place some time during the night of Tuesday, July 22 or into the morning of Wednesday, July 23 in Wadworth, Doncaster according to police.
The farmer reported the incident at 7:30a.m on July 23 following his morning checks, saying he found the two sheep injured in the field after being struck by the crossbows.
The police confirmed the arrows were still stuck in the sheep when they arrived, but were soon removed by the officers.
Source: South Yorkshire Police
In a statement, the officers said that the sheep were in a great deal of stress but have been treated since and recovering well.
The police are still continuing their appeal for information on the sheep attack.
In a separate incident, the Devon and Cornwall Police force is appealing for information after a sheep was chased over a cliff edge in the Newquay area.
The incident was reported on Sunday, July 27 in the Polly Joke area. According to police, members of the public confronted the suspect who was alleged to have been aggressive.
Devon and Cornwall Police said its rural affairs team is working closely with the neighbourhood team to investigate the situation.
In a statement, the police said: 'We know this incident has had a huge impact on the local community and we can't imagine why anyone would willingly chase or harm an innocent animal.
'Behaviour like this is unacceptable and we will continue to work alongside the investigating officers to bring the offender to justice.
'We believe there were a number of people who witnessed this incident who are yet to come forward but who may be able to assist us in our investigation. If you were in the area and have any information that may help us, please, please come forward.'
The National Sheep Association (NSA) recently warned people of the dangers that can occur if dogs are being walked in country areas without a lead, particularly if they come across grazing livestock.
The NSA warned the public that any dog owners whose dogs are found responsible for a sheep attack will face consequences, especially as the Dogs (Protection of Livestock)(Amendment) bill has passed through the first stage of the House of Commons.
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