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.