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Police Investigate Deliberate Killing of 13 Lambs in County Down

Detectives issue a public appeal for tip‑offs through 101 or Crimestoppers following a suspected deliberate killing during lambing season.

Overview

  • PSNI says the lambs were found dead at a Rostrevor farm on Drumsesk Road, with evidence indicating their necks were deliberately broken.
  • Investigators believe the killings occurred between 7pm on Friday 13 March and 7:45am on Saturday 14 March.
  • Inspector Reynolds described the incident as a shocking crime and urged anyone who noticed unusual activity in the area to come forward.
  • Farmer Kevin McGivern reported finding the 13 lambs close together and said at least 11 had broken necks, with others probably strangled.
  • Information can be provided on 101 quoting reference 495 14/03/26 or anonymously via Crimestoppers, and no arrests have been announced as enquiries continue.