Police are appealing for information following a disturbing incident in which four alpacas and a sheep were shot dead in East Hatley, near Gamlingay, Cambridgeshire.
They are also urging anyone with CCTV, doorbell footage, or dashcam recordings taken in or around East Hatley during the relevant time window to check for anything that may assist the investigation.
How to Help
Anyone with information is asked to:
- Call police on 101, quoting reference 35/20844/25
- Submit details online via the Cambridgeshire Constabulary website
- Or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111
Police say any piece of information, no matter how small it may seem, could prove vital in tracking down the individual or individuals responsible for this appalling act of animal cruelty.
Residents and local animal welfare groups are also being urged to remain vigilant and report any further suspicious behaviour.
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