Sheep killed in attack near village close to Shipston

The Warwickshire Rural Crime Team are investigating the killing of two sheep in a suspected dog attack in a popular walking area near village of Ilmington. (file photo)

An area shepherd was forced to face what was referred to as an 'utterly horrific' scene while tending to his flock during the early morning hours of Friday November 20.

The flock was grazing in a popular dog walking area near Ilmington when the attack happened.

The Warwickshire Rural Crime Team posted the following message about the incident on its Facebook page: "One sheep had been torn apart and the other was attacked with such force that it's front leg was missing. The second sheep was taken to a local vets but it didn't survive its injuries.

"It's clear from the injuries sustained that the sheep were not targeted as a source of food by a predator, a domesticated animal is suspected.

"I would ask that anyone with information about this incident please contact the team either via Facebook messenger or by calling 101.

"Keep your dog on a lead around livestock!"