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23/06/2017
Investigation Launched After Sheep Killed In Newry
Police have launched an investigation after a number of sheep were "brutally killed" and others badly injured in Ballyholland, Newry.
Officers are urging anyone who witnessed any suspicious activity in the Mass Rock area between 9am and 7pm on Thursday, 22 June, to contact them.
A PSNI spokesperson said: "A number of sheep were brutally killed and others badly injured.
"Any information please contact 101 and quote reference 1421 - 22/06/17."
(CD/LM)
Officers are urging anyone who witnessed any suspicious activity in the Mass Rock area between 9am and 7pm on Thursday, 22 June, to contact them.
A PSNI spokesperson said: "A number of sheep were brutally killed and others badly injured.
"Any information please contact 101 and quote reference 1421 - 22/06/17."
(CD/LM)
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