Rural crime

Warwickshire Police's Rural Crime Team said 69 lambs and 19 ewes were stolen from a farm earlier this month

Police said nine ewes and two lambs had died during the incident

"This is the sort of thing which keeps crofters and farmers awake at night"

"We understand the true impact of hare coursing on our rural communities, especially farmers who are trying to go about their daily business"

GPS thefts reported to NFU Mutual had increased by 137% in 2023, costing farmers an estimated £4.2 million

Farmers have expressed concern about the Government's decision to potentially scrap the Dogs (Protection of Livestock) (Amendment) Bill

Police Scotland have launched an appeal to find those responsible

"Always keep your dog under control around other animals and if you see a dog on the loose worrying animals, report it to us"

Essex Fire and Rescue Service have asked communities to be 'extra cautious' in hot weather with temperatures set to reach over 30 degrees in parts of the UK

South Yorkshire Police said they have been following several lines of enquiry and are now appealing for further information about the incident