Appeal after sheep killed at Wagga Wagga, NSW

Police are appealing for information after 11 sheep were found killed near Wagga Wagga last week.

On Monday 20 January 2020, police attended two locations – Danswans Lane, Marinna and Pattersons Road, Harefield – after reports sheep had been found dead.

Officers from Riverina Police District found the carcasses of 11 sheep which appear to have been slaughtered for meat. The ear tags had also been removed.

Police have commenced an investigation and the Rural Crime Investigators have been notified.

As inquiries continue, police urge any witnesses or anyone with information to contact Wagga Wagga Police Station or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers: 1800 333 000 or https://nsw.crimestoppers.com.au. Information is treated in strict confidence.

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