07/01/2005

Birds attacked in Bangor's Ward park

Police are appealing for information after 30 captive birds were attacked in Co Down overnight.

A wire fence around a pen in Ward Park, Bangor, was cut and the flock of birds, which included one peacock and a clutch of bantam hens, were attacked with what police described as a "blunt instrument".

Anyone who has information about the attack is asked to contact detectives on 028 9145 4444 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555111.

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