By Sheep heads and feet left behind in field
An investigation has been launched after two sheep were illegally slaughtered in a field with their heads and feet left behind.
Lincolnshire Police said the carcasses were taken from Highfield Farm in Cadwell, Louth.
The incident happened overnight on Thursday, and the the remains were discovered the following morning at 07:30.
Sgt James Perring said:
“Illegal butchery is a serious offence.
“This type of crime causes a major impact on the victim, but can also have an impact on the wider community.
“We will not tolerate this sort of criminal behaviour and we are determined to root out those responsible.
“Not only are there risks in consuming meat when it isn’t from a reputable source, but it can also cause unnecessary suffering to the animal.”
Anyone who may have witnessed suspicious activity or has recently been offered meat for sale is urged to contact Lincolnshire Police on the non-emergency number 101.
They should quote incident 47 of March 4.
