Farmers Sound Alarm After Third Suspected Dog Attack in a Month

Farmers near Mayfield are on high alert following another savage suspected dog attack at Holmstall Farm, Five Ashes. This shocking incident marks the third time livestock have been targeted in just four weeks.

Sheep Left Dead, Wounded, and Traumatized Overnight

In a grim discovery, one ewe was found dead in a ditch, another suffered fatal injuries, and a lamb was seriously hurt. Holmstall Farm has shared graphic images revealing the devastating aftermath and the true scale of the carnage.

Police Step In as Cameras and Patrols Boost Security

Sussex Police are now fully involved in investigating these attacks. Holmstall Farm has ramped up security with extra patrols and installed CCTV cameras. Yet, the ruthless attacker or attackers remain on the loose, sending shockwaves through the farming community.

Farmers Warn Dog Owners: Keep Pets on Leads or Face Charges

Livestock worrying is a criminal offence across the UK. Farmers are urging dog owners to keep their pets under tight control in rural areas to avoid harm to animals and distress to farmers.

Got info or CCTV footage? Contact Sussex Police on 101 immediately.

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