UK: 55 Sheep Disappear in the Isle of Lewis, Sheep Theft Increased by 15% Since the COVID-19 Pandemic

In the latest yet outstanding cases of them, 55 sheep have reportedly disappeared in the Isle of Lewis in the Western Isles, Scotland, in a span of one and a half months.

RSPCA investigates as puppy found dumped in Shildon

THE RSPCA is investigating after an injured one-month-old puppy was been found dumped "close to death" in a County Durham Town.

Criminal damage - Old Catton

Police are appealing for witnesses after an incident of criminal damage in Old Catton.

Police appeal for information after cat’s face crushed by powerful rodent trap in Derbyshire town

The Derbyshire Rural Crime Team are currently investigating an incident where a cat was caught in a Fenn trap near Kirk Hallam Lake, Ilkeston.

Shock as youths risk their lives to scale Barnard Castle tower

SHOCKING pictures have captured the moment youths scaled to the top of Barnard Castle's tower - risking a potentially fatal fall from its huge height.

Two swans shot dead with air rifle in Alresford in 'heinous act'

Two swans have been found dead next to the river Alre in Alresford, Hampshire, after being shot by pellets from an air rifle.

'Brazen' thieves reported to have stolen £8k of tools from Dorset village

THOUSANDS of pounds of tools and equipment have been reported stolen after 'brazen' thieves were said to have targeted two addresses in a Dorset village.

Appeal following metal theft - Dereham

Police are appealing for information after the theft of more than £17,000 worth of metal from a recycling centre in Dereham on Saturday (23 April 2022).

Two arrested as tempers flare at livestock market vegan protest

Two people were arrested following angry confrontations between cattle farmers and vegan protesters at Norwich Livestock Market.

Balaclava-clad men 'stole cash and power tools' in North Mymms

Detective Sergeant Daniel Webb, from the Local Crime Unit at Hertfordshire Police, said: "We take rural crime very seriously and have specialist officers within the constabulary who are trained to provide advice and support to the rural community.

Dog owners given warning of potential prosecution by police if pet attacks livestock

Dog owners have been warned by police they "may be prosecuted" if their pet attacks livestock.

More police help in fighting rural crime

An extra police officer has been recruited to the National Vehicle Crime Intelligence Service’s (NaVCIS) agricultural vehicle unit to boost its fight against rural crime.

Police investigating after sheep stolen from Marton cum Grafton farm near Boroughbridge

A police investigation has been launched after a large flock of sheep were stolen from a farm in North Yorkshire.

Cows escape from common and cause havoc in residential areas across Chipping Sodbury and Yate

Dozens of cows have been herded up across a rural town and village near Bristol after escaping from their field and causing havoc in residential areas.

Village speeders in sights of police after almost 17,000 clocked

Motorists speeding through villages are set to be the focus of police campaigns aiming to make rural roads safer.

'Boulder deliberately thrown' off Peak District cliff edge injuring climber

A boulder was "deliberately thrown" off the edge of a well-known cliff face in the Peak District causing a climber to be injured, a mountain rescue team said.

Reports of 'criminal damage' on agricultural land in Bridport and Beaminster

Yesterday (May 1), officers were patrolling areas including Bridport and Beaminster following reports of anti-social behaviour.

Cleveland Mountain Rescue operation in Errington Woods

CLEVELAND Mountain Rescue Team came to the aid of a cyclist who suffered a suspected dislocated shoulder while riding in Errington Woods.

Hare coursing and illegal encampment laws made tougher

Illegal encampment have also been addressed. It is now a criminal offence if people who do not leave when asked to do so by the landowner or tenant.

Young man killed after being 'struck by vehicle that failed to stop'

A young man has died after being hit by a vehicle along a rural road in south Shropshire during the early hours of Saturday.

RSPCA appeal after young dog found dead in canal in Wolverhampton

The animal’s body was spotted floating in the water by an off duty policeman and his wife who were walking their dogs on the Coseley canal near Bilston on 22 April, 2022.

'Killing for fun': Inside the sick world of badger baiting as bloodsport surges across Greater Manchester beauty sports

WARNING: Graphic images and video are contained within this article, as a recent study reveals how cases of badger baiting are surging.

Police investigate sheep carcasses dumped on roadside in Styal

WARNING: This article contains graphic photos released by the police that some readers may find upsetting.

Nine-year-old girl finds her mum's beloved pet cockerel strangled and dumped in stream

The owner of pet cockerel has spoken out after she found her pet dumped in a stream after it was strangled.

Thieves steal tech worth £15,000 and dump tracker in Runcorn

Officers from Cheshire Police’s Rural Crime Team headed to Runcorn yesterday, Friday, to search for the stolen gear valued at £15,000.

Telehandler stolen in the night from Cheddar

Officers from Avon and Somerset's Rural Affairs Unit ask that anyone with any information about the theft calls them on 101

Damage to wildlife from fire at Lodmoor Country Park

Three fire appliances from Weymouth and Portland, with two Land Rover pumps from Bere Regis and Maiden Newton were tackling what was described as a ‘significant heath fire’ in a reeded area behind Lodmoor Country Park.

Catalytic converter thieves steal from vehicles in Great Brickhill

Investigating officer PC Bowers, of the Rural Crime Taskforce, based at Cowley police station said: “We would like to appeal to anybody who recognises the men in these images to please get in touch as we believe they may have information in connection with this incident.

Quad biker left with serious head injuries after hit and run with BMW in Yorkshire

A quad biker was airlifted to hospital after being involved in a hit and run collision with a BMW.

Widnes police probe reports of wildlife shooting near Mersey

POLICE were visible in Widnes following shocking reports of wildlife being shot with an air rifle yesterday, Thursday.

Anti-social behaviour putting Wiltshire farmers and livestock at risk

Local farmers have pleaded for people to respect the countryside after months of anti-social behaviour which has put them and their livestock at risk. Issues include electric fences being turned off, farm gates left open or shut when there have been clear signs and signs removed that warn of ‘bull in field’.

Dead buzzard discovery: Police warn dogwalkers following bird poisonings

Posting on Facebook, they said: "It's not known at this stage how the bird died, but bearing in mind recent events I would urge dog walkers out enjoying our beautiful forests and woods to keep them on a lead.

Poisoned sea eagle continues to make waves as Dorset police chiefs hit back

Dorset police chiefs have hit back after critics queried their commitment to tackling wildlife crime.

Welsh farmer crushed in tractor roll over

A 50-year-old farmer who died in a tractor accident last week suffered crush injuries to his upper body, an inquest has heard.

Witness appeal following heath fire in Poole

Officers working with the fire service to investigate the cause of a large heath fire in Poole are appealing for any witnesses or anyone with relevant footage to come forward.

Rural thefts In Cumbria- can you help with information?

The following incidents are still under investigation and we would like anyone to come forward if they have any information linked to these offences.

Preston police raid finds 70 vehicles worth more than £1million

A warrant executed on an industrial estate in Preston this week found stolen parts from more than 70 agricultural vehicles valued at more than £1million.

Fire alert issued for North York Moors National Park

The National Park Authority has announce the alert ahead of the bank holiday weekend as recent dry conditions have led to an increased risk of moorland and forest fires.

Western Hunt master John Lanyon Sampson appeal refused

His hounds killed Mini, a 14-year-old rescue cat, outside her owner’s home on a housing estate in Madron, near Penzance and his son threw the body over a fence.

Damage to water vole habitat costs farmer over £450,000

A mixed farming business has been ordered to pay £66,000 for damaging wildlife habitats on a Norfolk river despite already paying £400,000 to rectify the damage.