Newark: Man interviewed under caution in relation to death of buzzards

A local man is assisting police with their inquiries in to the killing of wild birds.

Wildlife crime officers from Newark have been working closely with the RSPB after they were called on January 12 following concern to wildlife in the Kneeton area.

All birds of prey are protected by the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981. To intentionally kill or injure one is a criminal offence and could result in an unlimited fine or up to six months in jail.

Rushcliffe Inspector Craig Berry said: "Following excellent partnership work by the police and the RSPB we have interviewed a man under caution at the police station in connection with the death of buzzards.

"The incident was called into the RSPB following a report that the birds were killed and officers are now making further inquiries."

Wildlife crimes are often under-reported and can pose some practical difficulties in the investigation.

Officers have urged anyone with any information to contact police by calling 101, the RSPB or Crimestoppers.