Rural crime6 hrs agoInvestigators to use DNA testing to identify dogs in livestock attacksFarmers and police will be able to test DNA following a change in the law.6 hrs ago21 Oct 2026Drone footage captures men catapulting pheasantsAt least three poachers are filmed as part of a rural crime project which uses civilian drones.21 Oct 202619 Oct 2026Appeal after pregnant heifer stolen from farmOfficers say there are concerns for the wellbeing of the 550kg heifer because she is pregnant.19 Oct 202619 Oct 2026More than 200 rural crimes 'extremely worrying'Rothbury councillor Steven Bridgett says rural crime "disrupted livelihoods" and was an "epidemic".19 Oct 202617 Oct 2026Rural crime costing £41m is 'tip of the iceberg' Dr Kreseda Smith said rural crime included drug trafficking and modern slavery. 17 Oct 202630 Sept 2026Dog destroyed after series of sheep deathsPolice are reminding dog owners of their responsibilities after at least 35 sheep are killed.30 Sept 202628 Sept 2026Three men arrested on suspicion of hare coursingPolice officers seized dogs, a car and equipment after being called to Halsall over the weekend.28 Sept 202623 Sept 2026Clarkson's Farm sheep 'theft' actually a miscountJeremy Clarkson reported the theft of sheep from his Diddly Squat Farm to police earlier this month.23 Sept 202620 Sept 2026Police seek dog after series of sheep deathsAt least 35 sheep have been killed and dozens more injured in the spate of Devon attacks.20 Sept 2026...
