Dear Resident,

We are appealing for information after four alpacas and a sheep were shot dead in East Hatley, near Gamlingay.

The incident happened between 6pm on Saturday (22 March) and 8.30am on Sunday (23 March), off Main Street. A fifth alpaca also received a gunshot wound to its face but survived.

Officers have carried out house to house enquiries and investigating officers are now asking for anyone with information about the incident to get in contact.

This was a highly distressing crime that has caused death and serious injury to defenceless animals. I would encourage anyone who knows anything about this offence to get in touch as soon as possible.

Anyone with information or anyone who witnessed any suspicious activity in the area around the time of the incident or who may have CCTV or dashcam footage which they feel is relevant is urged to get in touch.

Information can be submitted online or by calling 101 quoting reference 35/20844/25. Alternatively, call Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555111.

Sergeant Tom Nuttall

Rural Crime Action Team