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Three ewes killed in suspected dog attack in Kent

"Offences of this kind also have a significant impact on farmers, particularly during the lambing season"

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Kent Police said a dog had been seen attacking sheep on land near Ashenbank Woods.
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Kent Police said a dog had been seen attacking sheep on land near Ashenbank Woods.

Three ewes have suffered fatal injuries after a suspected dog attack in Gravesend.

Kent Police said a dog had been seen attacking sheep on land near Ashenbank Woods at around 9.20am on Monday (May 6).

Officers searched for the dog, believed to be a black and white Spaniel, but it had left the area with its owner.

READ MORE: Farmer shoots dog following livestock worrying incident with a 'number of' lambs killed

During the incident, three ewes had been killed with others requiring further treatment, according to officers.

Investigating officer of the incident, police constable Nathan Colman of Kent Police, said: 'This was a very distressing incident and an investigation is underway to identify the person who should have been in control of the dog at the time.

"Offences of this kind also have a significant impact on farmers, particularly during the lambing season.

‘I urge anyone who has information that could assist our enquiries to contact us.'

Anyone with information should call us on 01474 366149, quoting reference 467346524.

You can also call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111 or complete the online form on their website here.

Take the Lead

Take the Lead is a campaign to raise awareness of keeping dogs on a lead at all times when near livestock

You can support Íæż½ã½ã's Take the Lead campaign, in association with the National Sheep Association, to raise awareness of keeping dogs on lead when near livestock.

We can provide you with free signs to place around your farm warning dog owners to keep their dogs on a lead near livestock.

To request yours, send a stamped self-addressed A4 envelope to: FG Take the Lead, Íæż½ã½ã, Unit 4, Fulwood Business Park, Preston, Lancashire, PR2 9NZ.

We will be able to send up to 25 signs.

Alternatively, you can contact reporter Chris Brayford if you have been a victim of a livestock worrying incident and if you wish to share your story at [email protected].

READ MORE: Kent farmer encourages dog owners to undertake training in order to alleviate livestock worrying 'burden' on farm businesses

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