3 days ago
Dog kills five lambs and attacks sixth near Powys village
Five lambs have been killed in a suspected dog attack on common land near a Powys village.
The farm animals were set upon on Llanbister Common sometime between Monday (June 2) and Wednesday (June 4).
A sixth lamb is likely to euthanised by a vet due to the severity of its injuries, police have said.
Dyfed-Powys Police said its officers are investigating and have shared distressing photos of the lambs on social media.
The livestock worrying incident has prompted a strong warning from police to dog owners.
Police emphasised that livestock worrying, where a dog attacks or chases livestock causing injury or suffering, is a criminal offence.
"This isn't just a threat to a farmer or landowner's livelihood, it's also a dangerous situation for the animals involved, and could lead to more risk if the animals get onto the road," police said.
"Always keep your dog under control around other animals and if you see a dog on the loose worrying animals, report it to us.
"Additionally, the Countryside and Rights of Way (CRoW) Act requires all dogs to be on a lead on public access land."
Anyone with information about the livestock worrying incident at Llanbister Common is asked to report it to police online, emailing 101@ or by telephoning 101 quoting reference 25000459625
