Overview
- A young greylag gosling was found with a crossbow bolt lodged through the lower part of its neck at North Yorkshire Water Park in Wykeham on Thursday, July 9.
- Yorkshire Swan and Wildlife Rescue Hospital said staff rescued the bird and that it is improving under treatment with hopes of a full recovery.
- The rescue group called the incident a deliberate act of animal cruelty and said the use of a crossbow in a public recreational area also creates risks to people.
- North Yorkshire Police are investigating and have asked anyone with information to call 101 and quote incident number 03072026-0035; no arrests or charges have been reported.
- The case highlights danger to wildlife and park users and could prompt local safety measures or increased patrols while the inquiry proceeds.