Lambs die after their ears are cut off in violent attack

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By Órla Ryan Monday 11 May 2015, 10:30 AM

May 11th 2015, 10:30 AM 33,956 Views 69 Comments

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POLICE IN ARMAGH are investigating after a number of lambs died following an attack near the Battleford Road.

The animals suffered heart attacks after their right ears were cut off in an incident at the weekend.

In a post on their Facebook page, the PSNI in Armagh appealed for information and said they have increased patrols in the area.

Anyone with information into this act of animal cruelty has been asked to call the emergency number 101, quoting the reference number 1323 9/5/15.

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Lambs die after their ears are cut off in violent attack

This could make you very sad and/or angry.