Wildlife Horror in Hainault As Deer Beheaded and Left on Spike- Police Ask Residents To Report All Incidents.

Our wildlife is not there to harm or eat – Leave our wildlife alone.

Police are calling on residents to report all wildlife crime following a series of disturbing incidents, including a deer’s head being cut off and placed on a spike at Hainault Forest.

Other shocking reports include the poaching of deer and the theft of wild birds from local parks.

A police spokesperson said:

“Police are aware of incidents at Fairlop Water and Hainault County Park regarding deer poaching, together with unlawful fishing and the theft of wild birds.
Our specialist Wildlife Crime Officers, attached to our Neighbourhood Policing Teams, work closely with partners at Redbridge Council who report a downturn in the number of wildlife crimes being brought forward in recent months.
Our officers offer bespoke support to local Park Rangers who complete dedicated patrols at these locations to continue to prevent and reduce instances of wildlife crime on Redbridge borough.
We encourage anyone witnessing wildlife crime to report it immediately to Police.”

These shocking acts have left residents appalled, with calls growing for stronger enforcement to protect the area’s wildlife.

Our wildlife is not there to harm or eat –Leave our wildlife alone.

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