Guest guest Posted June 17, 2009 Report Share Posted June 17, 2009 Eyewitness Keith Arthurs said the fawn looked about two days old Three boys arrested in connection with the killing of a newborn deer in a Dorset park have been released on bail. Three teenagers wearing hoods were seen attacking the fawn in Upton Country Park, near Poole, on Wednesday night. According to an eyewitness, one boy hit the fawn across the head before the group dropped the animal on the ground and took turns stamping on it. Two 17-year-olds and a 15-year-old, all from Poole, were arrested on Monday. Police said inquiries were continuing. Eyewitness Keith Arthurs said he did not intervene for fear of being attacked himself. Public response 'overwhelming' Dorset Police have so far received more than 100 calls in connection with the case. Pc John Snellin, wildlife officer for the force, said they had never had such an "overwhelming" response to a case of this type. The University of California in the US has offered to use DNA analysis to help catch those responsible. Donors have offered a combined £2,000 reward in an effort to catch the animal's killers. The fawn's body was collected by the RSPCA and taken to Lynwood Vets in Wareham. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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