Beloved Swan Pete Shot Dead in Shocking Act of Cruelty
Heartbreak grips Old 1 today after Pete, a cherished male swan, was senselessly killed. The proud bird and devoted dad to two cygnets was brutally shot with high-velocity catapults by children. Locals are devastated by the horrific attack on this local icon.
Witnesses Urged to Come Forward as Police Hunt Swan Killers
The attack took place around 5pm, with two boys on bikes seen lurking near Pete. Thames Valley Police have CCTV footage but need your help to find the culprits. If you saw anything, now’s the time to speak up.
Police say: “This cruelty cannot be ignored. Anyone with information should contact us immediately.”
Swan Family Mourns as Community Grows Outraged
Pete’s mate is left traumatised and alone, grieving the loss of her partner. The pair were a beloved breeding couple, a symbol of nature’s beauty in the area. This tragedy has struck a deep chord, with locals feeling the loss as keenly as a human one.
Calls Grow to Ban Dangerous Catapults in Public Spaces
Despite high-profile media coverage, the threat from high-powered catapults remains unchecked. These weapons have no place in public parks, especially not in the hands of children. Councils possess the power to enforce Public Space Protection Orders (PSPOs) to ban them, but action has been slow.
Residents are urged to write to their councillors, share Pete’s story, and demand urgent measures to stop these cruel attacks from escalating.
“We owe it to Pete, his family, and all innocent animals to fight back.”
