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18/07/2019
Appeal As Goose Attacked In Ballymena
Police have said a goose may have to be euthanised after having its limbs broken during an attack in County Antrim.
The incident, which occurred in People's Park Ballymena shortly after 8.30pm last night, Wednesday 17 July, saw the bird initially grabbed by the neck before being subjected to blunt force. It was left with a broken arm and leg.
"At this time it is unknown as to whether the animal will survive or whether it will have to be euthanised," a PSNI spokesperson said
Anyone with information relating to the incident is urged to contact police on 101 quoting reference number CC1897 of 17/07/19.
(JG/CM)
The incident, which occurred in People's Park Ballymena shortly after 8.30pm last night, Wednesday 17 July, saw the bird initially grabbed by the neck before being subjected to blunt force. It was left with a broken arm and leg.
"At this time it is unknown as to whether the animal will survive or whether it will have to be euthanised," a PSNI spokesperson said
Anyone with information relating to the incident is urged to contact police on 101 quoting reference number CC1897 of 17/07/19.
(JG/CM)
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