Birds targeted in park killing spree
As reported in the Stretford and Urmston Messenger by Robert Downes Thursday 29th May 2008(View the Article)
Birds at a popular Stretford park have been targeted in vicious night time attacks over the past two years.
The birds, including hens, doves and parrots living at Longford Park’s pets’ corner, have been killed, plucked and then thrown back into their cages. In another, two weeks ago, park staff found a dove which had been killed and plucked. A Trafford Council spokesperson said: "Trafford Council can confirm that there is a problem of animals being targeted at Pets Corner in Longford Park. We deplore this behaviour and are working closely with Greater Manchester Police to identify those responsible. "Investigations into this matter are ongoing and we therefore cannot make any further comment at this stage." Police also revealed they were investigating a number of deaths of animals at Longford Park. If you have any information about the attacks you can call Stretford police on 0161 856 7655 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.