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03/01/2012
Pet Dog Killed In Crossbow Attack
Police believe that a crossbow was used to kill a pet dog in Omagh at the weekend in an attack that has been branded as "despicable" and "horrific".
An investigation was launched after the animal’s body was discovered in the Bracken Vale area of Omagh around 11.30am on Saturday morning; a crossbow bolt was removed from the scene.
The dog’s body has been taken for further investigation and a door-to-door inquiry has been launched with the hope of locating the owner of the weapon.
A crossbow bolt would have meant a long and painful death for the animal and the USPCA have said they have saw similar attacks of other wildlife such as swans but never a domestic or family pet.
Police officers are investigating the attack and appealed for anyone with information to come forward.
(LB)
An investigation was launched after the animal’s body was discovered in the Bracken Vale area of Omagh around 11.30am on Saturday morning; a crossbow bolt was removed from the scene.
The dog’s body has been taken for further investigation and a door-to-door inquiry has been launched with the hope of locating the owner of the weapon.
A crossbow bolt would have meant a long and painful death for the animal and the USPCA have said they have saw similar attacks of other wildlife such as swans but never a domestic or family pet.
Police officers are investigating the attack and appealed for anyone with information to come forward.
(LB)
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