A shocking crime has rocked a northern Lincolnshire farm after several pigs were stolen and slaughtered on site.
Overnight Raid Sparks Outrage in Scunthorpe
Between midday Saturday, 13 December and midday Sunday, 14 December, thieves struck a farm near Messingham, Scunthorpe. They sneaked into the pig field through hedges under cover of darkness, making off with the animals before slaughtering them right there on the farm.
Police Hunt Callous Criminals – Witnesses Urged to Speak Up
Humberside Police are on the hunt for the ruthless culprits. Officers urge anyone who saw suspicious activity during the specified timeframe to come forward.
“If you witnessed anything suspicious in this area between the above timeframes or know any information in relation to this please call us on our non-emergency number quoting reference 25*173047,” a police spokesperson said.
Anyone with information should call Humberside Police on 101.