Over 30 sheep stolen and 3 ewes killed in Powys

Dyfed-Powys Police said they are investigating two incidents involving a dog attack and the theft of livestock

26 November 2023 • 1 min read

Police have launched two investigations after the theft of livestock and a dog attack in Wales.

Dyfed-Powys Police's Rural Crime Team said 35 sheep - including Welsh ewe lambs and one charolais tup - had been stolen between November 14 and November 18.

The incident followed a livestock attack in Llanyre, Radnorshire, between November 1 and November 5 when two dogs reportedly killed three ewes.

Police have asked anyone with further information on either incident to contact police on 101, quoting reference 8054.

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