‘Disgust’ as mutilated sharks found in Portrush

THE discovery of six mutilated sharks in a Northern Ireland harbour has sparked an investigation by Stormont officials.

Six spurdog sharks — each around a metre long — were found in Portrush with their dorsal and tail fins severed.

The fish are considered endangered species.

The International Union for Conservation of Nature charity said the spurdog shark is particularly vulnerable as they are slow to grow and reproduce.

A diver who made the gruesome discovery told the BBC he was “disgusted” at what he found.

In a statement the Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs said it was aware of the incident and an investigation was under way.

“Therefore it would not be appropriate to comment any further,” it added. THE Duchess of Cornwall donned shades as she soaked up more sun on day two of her tour of Wales with husband Prince Charles.

Camilla enjoyed a ride in a horse- drawn carriage on Dyfed Shire Horse Farm, which has been open to the public for 25 years.

The breeding farm in the village of Eglwyswrw in Pembrokeshire sold one of its horses to the Household Cavalry in 2008. Dyfed Grey Celt went on active duty in 2010 and has become a prominent member of the Queen’s Cavalry.

The royal couple were also seen stroking the Dyfed bloodline of Shire horses in nearby fields as they engaged with visitors on the annual trip.

Camilla wore a knee-length powder blue tunic on the visit, which also coincides with a fortnight of festivals celebrating the rich community spirit in the village of Llangwm. Charles sported a summery linen suit as he mingled with the locals.