Bangor Mail

Swan savaged in horrific attack by dogs ‘running wild’

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A SWAN had its head ripped off in a savage attack by two dogs.

Onlookers claimed the dogs were “running wild” at Porth Penrhyn, Bangor, while owners “did nothing” at around 6.30pm on Sunday.

The dogs – one a sandy brown colour with a thick woolly coat, the other dark brown with a white tail – attacked two swans, with one of them getting away injured.

The other was “ripped apart” and decapitate­d.

A reader sent shocking images to our sister paper the Daily Post (pictured) showing the savagery of the attack. The RSPCA is now investigat­ing.

The reader said: “The people with the dogs had children with them and didn’t even seem concerned. It’s shocking.”

An RSPCA spokeswoma­n said: “RSPCA Cymru is very shocked and saddened to hear a swan has died following a suspected dog attack. If anyone has any informatio­n, please call our advice and cruelty helpline on 0300 1234 999 in confidence.

“Swans, their nests and eggs are protected under the Wildlife and Countrysid­e Act 1981.”

 ??  ?? A swan was ripped apart by two dogs at Porth Penrhyn, Bangor, at around 6.30pm on Sunday.
A swan was ripped apart by two dogs at Porth Penrhyn, Bangor, at around 6.30pm on Sunday.

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