By Gráinne Ní Aodha, Press Association
Police have issued an appeal for information after the deaths of 13 lambs in Co Down.
An inspector said it appeared their necks had been “deliberately broken” at a farm on Drumsesk Road in Rostrevor.
Inspector Reynolds said it was a “shocking crime” as he appealed for witnesses.
“We received a report that the lambs had been killed at a farm on Drumsesk Road at some point between 7pm on Friday March 13 and 7.45am on Saturday March 14,” the inspector said.
“It appears that their necks had been deliberately broken.
“This is a shocking crime, and we would be keen to hear from anyone who noticed anything unusual in the area during the times above.
Police can be contacted on 101, quoting reference 495 14/03/26, or reports can be made on the PSNI website or through Crimestoppers by calling 0800 555 111 or via their website.
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