Dog found dead with rock tied to its neck in river

An investigation is under way after a dog was found dead in a river with a rock tied round its neck.

The animal, which had been put in a plastic bag, was discovered by a member of the public in the River Garnock in Kilwinning, North Ayrshireat about 5pm on 8 February and the police were then alerted.

The case has been passed on to the Scottish Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals.