Six in-lamb ewes carrying twins killed in dog attack

Police have launched an appeal for information after a dog attacked and killed six in-lamb Swaledale ewes carrying twins, injuring several more.  

Hannah Binns
News Reporter
clock • 1 min read
Six in-lamb ewes carrying twins killed in dog attack

Police have launched an appeal for information after a dog attacked and killed six in-lamb Swaledale ewes carrying twins, injuring several more. The incident took place in the Parracombe area, North...

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