Teen Charged After Hedgehog Found Stabbed Outside School
A hedgehog was found injured and rushed to a vet by Motherwell District Wildlife Protection after being discovered outside Brannock High School in North Lanarkshire on Tuesday.
Despite efforts to save the animal, it later died. Officials confirmed the hedgehog had suffered multiple stab wounds.
Police and Scottish SPCA Launch Investigation
Police Scotland and the Scottish SPCA were alerted to the incident. On Friday, a police spokesperson revealed a 13-year-old boy has been charged with alleged wildlife crime offences linked to the hedgehog’s death.
“A 13-year-old boy has been charged in connection with alleged wildlife crime offences following the death of a hedgehog which had been found injured at a high school in North Lanarkshire on Tuesday, May 18,” the spokesperson said.
“He is the subject of a report to the Scottish Children’s Reporters Administration.”
Community Shocked by Brutal Attack
The case has sparked outrage among locals, highlighting concerns about youth involvement in animal cruelty. Authorities continue to investigate to prevent similar attacks.
