PSNI probe Peregrine falcons' 'shooting'

Published Thursday, 26 July 2012
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Police believe that Peregrine falcons which went missing in the Ballymena area of Co Antrim earlier this month may have been shot dead.

PSNI probe Peregrine falcons' 'shooting'
A Peregrine falcon chick pictured aged around one month old. (© Getty)

After two adult falcons and two chicks of the protected species disappeared from the Glenwherry area, one chick was found fatally injured.

It is thought the other three falcons were killed.

The PSNI's enquiries are continuing.

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4 Comments
Dick Glasgow in North Antrim wrote (303 days ago):
There is a £1,000 reward for information leading to a conviction. Anyone with information should contact the Police on 0845 600 8000
Dick Glasgow in North Antrim wrote (303 days ago):
Well I certainly hope that the PSNI is now getting very detailed info. on all members of the 'Northern Ireland Provincial Amalgamation of Racing Pigeons' who live in the Glenwherry area.
a terrible act in eddsftr wrote (303 days ago):
why would some idiot want to do harm to such a rare bird?
Frosty in Here wrote (303 days ago):
A shame such a rare and magnificent species is under threat because those who fancy pigeons think their birds are worth more (in betting circles).
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