Innocent sheep killed over bank

holiday weekend
The bank holiday weekend saw more people enjoying the
countryside across South Yorkshire, but unfortunately this
came at a cost to the innocent sheep who lost their lives
because of irresponsible dog owners.
Ahead of the Coronation bank holiday weekend rural crime
officers warned dog owners to be responsible following two
sheep in Langsett suffering serious injuries from dogs out
of control.
Unfortunately, over the weekend a sheep lost its life
following serious injuries caused by an unknown dog.
Officers are keen to identify the dog and owner and urge
anyone with information to come forward.
Rural Crime Officer PC Paul Jameson tells us more, he said: “The sheep was found dead on
Monday morning (8 May) by the farmer in the Brook House Bridge area of Langsett.
“The sheep had injuries consistent with being attacked by a dog and is highly unlikely they could
have been caused by another animal.
“The sheep had serious wounds to its neck, which ultimately caused its death.
“This unnecessary suffering to the sheep, as well as the financial loss to the farmer is a result of
an irresponsible dog owner.
“We are privileged to have beautiful areas of countryside to enjoy but enjoying them shouldn’t
come at the cost of an animal’s life.
“By simply keeping your dog on a lead during this time of year and keeping to designated paths,
you can protect the livestock out enjoying the grass.”
Sheep worrying is an illegal offence in which dogs can be seized and destroyed and owners can
face fines and in some cases imprisonment.
PC Jameson added: “If anyone has any information about this incident, I urge you to report it to
us via email- RuralSYP@southyorks.pnn.police.uk
“If you’re enjoying the countryside and see a dog causing distress to animals please report it, and
gather has much information as possible as safe to do so, about the dog and owner.”
For more information about sheep worrying and being a responsible dog owner, please visit our
website- https://www.southyorks.police.uk/find-out/news-and-appeals/2023/april-2023/advice-for-
dog-owners-as-lambing-season-starts/