Police issue plea over yobs attacking swans with stones in Sheffield

A police hunt is under way for yobs responsible for attacking swans in Sheffield with stones.
By Claire Lewis
Published 21st Mar 2021, 07:54 BST
Updated 21st Mar 2021, 07:57 BST
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South Yorkshire Police said the force has received reports of a number of incidents at Frecheville Pond where swans have been attacked.

Neighbourhood PCSOs are patrolling the area as a deterrent and an appeal for information on those responsible has been made.

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South Yorkshire Police said: “Neighbourhood PCSOs have attended Frecheville Pond, Frecheville, following a number of incidents reporting that the swans have again been targeted by youths throwing stones.

Police officers have received a number of reports of yobs attacking swans on a pond in SheffieldPolice officers have received a number of reports of yobs attacking swans on a pond in Sheffield
Police officers have received a number of reports of yobs attacking swans on a pond in Sheffield

“If you witness this behaviour please contact police to report as we are keen to identify those involved.”

Last November police patrols and stop and search operations were mounted in Frecheville in a crackdown on anti-social behaviour following reports that fireworks had been thrown at the swans.

Anyone with information on those involved should call South Yorkshire Police on 101 or Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555111.

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