West Mercia Police have launched an investigation under the Wildlife and Countryside Act of 1981 after three birds were killed along a canal in Kidderminster town centre. Members of the public reported seeing youths attacking wild birds with a catapult on Thursday, June 4. Officers attended the scene and discovered two ducks and a goose had been killed. Three youths were searched and found in possession of catapults and metal ball bearings, which were seized. Police have urged the public to continue reporting such incidents.
Investigation Underway
The incident occurred along a canal in Kidderminster town centre, where the birds were attacked. West Mercia Police officers responded to reports from the public and found the deceased birds. The youths were searched at the scene, and the catapults and metal ball bearings were confiscated. The police are now investigating the matter under the Wildlife and Countryside Act of 1981, which protects wild birds from harm.
Public Appeal
Police have encouraged members of the public to report any similar incidents to help prevent further attacks on wildlife. The seizure of the catapults and metal ball bearings is a key step in the investigation. The community is urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity involving wildlife to the authorities.
