Dead deer dumped on common land linked to suspected poaching

Police are investigating after four dead deer were found dumped on common land. The deer remains were found in north Caerphilly just days after a similarly "macabre scene" was found by a walker in Wentwood Forest.

The four carcasses, found on land between New Tredegar and Hollybush at the weekend, are believed to be the work of poachers. In a post on Gwent Police’s rural crime Twitter account, an officer wrote: “Out investigating today after the remains of four deer were found dumped, suspected to be linked to poaching activity. Quickly located thanks to the caller providing a What 3 Words location. We will follow up on all reports of suspected wildlife crime so if you see it report it.”