More sheep stolen in South Warwickshire after Kenilworth farm targeted

By James Smith 30th Aug 2024

More sheep have been stolen in South Warwickshire (image by Pixabay)
More sheep have been stolen in South Warwickshire (image by Pixabay)

Warwickshire Police has received a report that a further 22 lambs (at around six months old) have been stolen from fields between Loxley and Wellesbourne.

This was reported to have happened between 12 and 25 July and follows a second report of 88 ewes and lambs allegedly being taken from fields near Kenilworth between 9 and 21 August.

The sheep may have gone missing over the course of several days or at the same time.

Officers from the Rural Crime Team are working with partner organisations to investigate the missing sheep, with concerns that they may have been taken then slaughtered illegally.

"We are aware of reports of sheep also going missing from neighbouring force areas," Warwickshire Police said.

"If you saw anyone acting suspiciously in these areas on these dates, particularly with vehicles, or if you have any information that could help with our investigation, contact us citing Incident 93 of 28 August: 

"If you live near livestock in fields, please report any unusual activity to the farmer and the police."

     

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