Concerns Over Catapult Attacks On Wildlife In West Sussex
Concerns are growing about attacks on wildlife using catapults in West Sussex, after 25 birds were found dead at Chichester Railway Station.
West Sussex Wildlife Protection believes the doves and pigeons were killed with a catapult before being dumped at the station on September 3.
X-rays of one of the birds reportedly showed a ball bearing lodged in its skull.
Meanwhile, residents in Selsey have been patrolling East Beach Pond amid concerns about a series of attacks on wildlife in the area.
A local patrol group says there have been 15 suspected attacks in Selsey this year, with residents finding a number of dead animals.
Sussex Police says it is aware of reports of wildlife being targeted with catapults in Selsey.
The force says patrols, including by plain-clothes officers, have taken place and it is working with local charities and communities.
British Transport Police is investigating the incident at Chichester Railway Station and is appealing for information.
The League Against Cruel Sports says it is looking at reports of catapult attacks across the UK and is calling for stronger legislation around the sale, possession and use of catapults.
The Government says it is illegal to harm wild birds or protected species of wild mammal, and that catapults should not be used illegally against people, wildlife or property.
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