The RSPCA is appealing for info after a van apparently tilled into a flock of geese on function. The occurrence was reported to the animal well-being charity on Wednesday, July 12, after being seen by members of the general public at 10.40am on Lower Broughton Road, Salford, Greater Manchester.
Sadly 3 geese were discovered dead at the side of the roadway following the occurrence, and 2 juvenile geese needed to be put to sleep by a veterinarian due to the fact that of their injuries. CCTV video footage reveals a white van with 2 males inside it driving into the birds and not stopping.
The licence plate cannot be seen in the video footage therefore the RSPCA is attracting the general public for info. RSPCA inspector Rachel Whalley, who is examining, said: “This sounds like it was deliberate, and totally unnecessary and cruel behaviour. It’s also against the law to deliberately kill a wild bird, so I’m very keen to speak to those responsible.
“It is a shocking and sad incident and we are keen to see dashcam footage from anyone who was in the area at the time or hear from people who witnessed it and may have information.”
Anyone with info ought to get in touch with the RSPCA’s appeals line on 0300 123 8018, pricing estimate referral 01113258.
Heartbreaking latest figures from the RSPCA reveal a worrying boost in deliberate cruelty versus animals consisting of 605 reports in Greater Manchester in 2015 – a boost of 9% compared to 2021.
The charity has actually introduced its Cancel Out Cruelty campaign, to raise funds to help its frontline rescue groups continue to save animals from cruelty and abuse and to raise awareness about how to stop cruelty to animals for good. For more info, check out the RSPCA website.
