Cllr Haughey said, “I am deeply worried by police reports that there have been a number of poisoning incidents in the Poyntzpass area and there is no doubt that this will cause widespread concern among the farming community and the wider community in the area.
“Poisoning of wildlife is illegal and those involved in this activity should be minded of that. It is also inhumane to cause suffering to wildlife like this and what’s more it puts livestock and household pets at real risk. This type of behaviour is totally unacceptable and must stop immediately.
“I would urge farmers and local people to be vigilant with their animals and pets at this time and I urge anyone with any information on these incidents to report it to the police without delay.”
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