Appeal for information after bird shot in chest near Filey Dams
Officers from North Yorkshire Police are appealing for information about potential firearm shots after a bird was killed near Filey.
Police believe that a firearm was used near a residential area close to Filey Dams nature reserve between 10am and 3.30pm on Friday August 1.
A wood pigeon was shot in the chest and died of its injuries.
A spokesperson for North Yorkshire Police said: “If anybody was in the local area at the above time and has any information, we would appreciate your cooperation with the investigation.
“Please email [email protected] if you have any information that could help.
“Alternatively, you can call North Yorkshire Police on 101 or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or via their website.”
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