Latest news with #airweapon
Yahoo
23-07-2025
- Yahoo
Appeal after pigeon shot with air weapon
The RSPCA is appealing for information after a pigeon was shot with an air weapon in Leicestershire. A member of the public found the bird injured in Treaty Road, Glenfield, on 21 June, the charity said. It was taken to a vet for treatment but due to the severity of its injuries, the decision was taken to euthanise the bird to prevent further suffering. In an appeal shared on Tuesday, the RSPCA urged anyone with any information to get in contact. The charity has called for tighter controls on air weapons, saying it receives nearly 1,000 calls each year about them being used to target animals. RSPCA inspector Helen Smith said: "Cats and wildlife are the animals most susceptible to being shot simply because they are out in the open with no-one to protect them. "Sadly air weapon attacks are not rare and the injured caused can be horrific and often fatal." Follow BBC Leicester on Facebook, on X, or on Instagram. Send your story ideas to eastmidsnews@ or via WhatsApp on 0808 100 2210. More on this story Appeal after dead puppies found in buried bucket Appeal over dead dog discovered in canal Related internet links RSPCA
BBC News
23-07-2025
- BBC News
Appeal after pigeon shot with air weapon in Leicestershire
The RSPCA is appealing for information after a pigeon was shot with an air weapon in Leicestershire.A member of the public found the bird injured in Treaty Road, Glenfield, on 21 June, the charity was taken to a vet for treatment but due to the severity of its injuries, the decision was taken to euthanise the bird to prevent further an appeal shared on Tuesday, the RSPCA urged anyone with any information to get in contact. The charity has called for tighter controls on air weapons, saying it receives nearly 1,000 calls each year about them being used to target inspector Helen Smith said: "Cats and wildlife are the animals most susceptible to being shot simply because they are out in the open with no-one to protect them."Sadly air weapon attacks are not rare and the injured caused can be horrific and often fatal."
BBC News
25-06-2025
- BBC News
Man shot in chest with air weapon in Newmarket
A man has been injured after he was shot with an air weapon. Suffolk Police was called to Granary Road, Newmarket, by the ambulance service at 06:35 BST following reports the man in his 30s had been shot in the chest. The victim, who has not been named, was taken to hospital but his injuries are not considered to be life-changing or life-threatening. A 56-year-old man was arrested in Kentford on suspicion of assault causing grievous bodily harm and driving while under the influence of alcohol having failed a roadside breath test. Police said it was believed both men were known to each other. Follow Suffolk news on BBC Sounds, Facebook, Instagram and X.
BBC News
15-06-2025
- BBC News
Man arrested and air weapon seized after 'shots fired' in Maesteg
A man has been arrested and an "air weapon" seized after police received reports of "shots being fired" in a Bridgend deployed officers to Bridge Street, Maesteg, on Saturday after receiving a callout at 20:40 BST.A 44-year-old man was arrested for being drunk and disorderly, and obstructing police. South Wales Police said a Taser was deployed prior to the man's arrest.A weapon was found in nearby undergrowth and seized by officers. Police were continuing to investigate and have asked for witnesses to come forward.
