Rural crime1 day agoPolice patrols target poaching and hare coursingDorset Police said its teams would protect agricultural land and deal "robustly" with perpetrators.1 day ago28 Jul 2026Gates smashed and crops destroyed as farmers threatened by gangs hunting hares Some barricade the entrances to their fields with concrete blocks and fallen trees.28 Jul 202626 Jul 2026Farmer's dismay as 81 lambs disappear from fieldsPolice say they believe the Suffolks, Charollais, Texels and crosses were stolen from the fields.26 Jul 202625 Jul 2026Gangs, violence and dumped dead animals: The hidden world of illegal hare huntsFarmers describe attacks and police receive nearly 9,000 reports of banned hare coursing.25 Jul 202624 Jul 2026Investigation as dead badgers found in carrier bagA member of the public contacts police after finding the animals on a footpath.24 Jul 202623 Jul 2026Sheep owners 'heartbroken' over theft of flockPolice want to hear from witnesses after more than 60 ewes and lambs were stolen.23 Jul 202622 Jul 2026Flock of sheep stolen from land in CornwallLivestock owners are warned to review their security after the theft from near St Columb.22 Jul 202625 Jun 2026Mounted volunteer police team doubles in sizeVolunteer horse riders are helping Humberside Police have a more visible presence in rural areas.25 Jun 20267 Jun 2026How covert CCTV is helping crack down on fly-tippingCovert CCTV cameras hidden near fly-tipping hotspots have captured 26 offenders dumping rubbish.7 Jun 2026...
