16 lambs have been killed and four left injured following a suspected dog attack in a field in Kelty.
The incident occurred at Blairadam Farm between 10:30am and 1:30pm on April 3rd.
Officers believe the lambs were attacked by at least one dog with six lambs found dead and 10 were severely injured they had to be put down.
The estimated value of the damage is around £7000.
Owner Stuart McDougal said: “I’ve grazed this land for 15 years but this is the most horrendous incident we’ve had here.
“It was a frenzied attack, it’s devastating that this has happened, I fear there will be more lambs die as a result of what happened – they were hunted down.
“The extent of these injuries was catastrophic. When the vet arrived they believed this was the work of a large, able dog.”
Police are now appealing to anyone who may have been in the area at the time to get in touch.
Inspector Stephen Gray said: “Enquiries are ongoing to establish the full circumstances of the incident and we are appealing to anyone with information to come forward.
“The lambing season has started and worrying can cause stress to sheep that can result in them losing their lambs, as well as injuries that can lead to their death.
“All of this is at considerable cost to farmers.
“Dog owners could face prosecution if their dog attacks livestock so we are urging them to keep dogs on a lead when walking near livestock as well as making sure they do not run or escape into fields on their own.
“I am asking all dog owners to be considerate. Please remember that it is your dog and your responsibility to keep them under control."
Anyone with any information should contact 101 quoting incident number 1580 of Monday, 3 April, 2023.
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