21 pigs stolen from North Dorset farm
Dorset Police are now investigating
A farm in North Dorset has been targeted by thieves, with 21 Large White pigs stolen.
The animals were taken from land in the Ibberton area, near Blandford, sometime between Thursday 24th February and Thursday 2rd March.
There's now an appeal for information, with a reminder that meat from unofficial sources can be dangerous to eat.
PC Sebastian Haggett, of Dorset Police’s Rural Crime Team, said:
“We would urge members of the public with any information about this incident to please get in touch with us.
“We would also like to advise that meat from illegally slaughtered animals is not safe to eat and should not be entering the food chain. If you have been offered meat you suspect to have been illegally produced and may be linked to this matter, please get in contact.
“Livestock theft is a serious issue and can have significant consequences for farmers.
“I would appeal to anyone who has seen anything suspicious in the area that may be related to this incident to please come forward.”
If you can help with any information, you're asked to contact Dorset Police on 101, or by emailing 101@dorset.pnn.police.uk, quoting reference number 55220041191.
You can also call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.