Police Hunt Owners of Mystery Dogs After Alpacas and Sheep Brutally Killed Near Nettlestead
Alpacas and Sheep Attacked in Dead of Night
Kent Police’s Rural Task Force is on the case after a string of shocking attacks left multiple animals dead near Nettlestead. Overnight between August 16 and 17, 2022, two sheep were found dead and ten others injured in a field close to Maidstone Road.
The horror didn’t end there. Just a couple of nights later, between August 18 and 19, two alpacas were savagely attacked nearby and sadly died from their injuries.
Police Appeal for Dog Owners to Come Forward
Police Sergeant Darren Walshaw urged the public for help: “We are appealing to anyone with information that may assist the investigation to call our appeal line.”
As part of their enquiries, officers are particularly keen to find the owners of two dogs, described as dark and light coloured lurchers, spotted roaming unsupervised in the area around the time of the attacks.
How You Can Help
- Contact Kent Police on 01622 604100 with reference 17-0281
- Give information anonymously to Crimestoppers at 0800 555 111 or via their online form
Anyone with information is urged to come forward and help bring those responsible to justice.
