Gamekeeper fined for killing birds of prey
3 years ago

Gamekeeper fined for killing birds of prey

The Independent  

Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy A gamekeeper has been fined after he admitted recklessly killing two birds of prey in the Scottish Borders Peter Givens, 53, was given a £300 fine at Selkirk Sheriff Court. Wildlife crime officer Pc Steven Irvine said: “These birds had been dead for some time when they were found inside a cage trap normally used to control crows. “We will always carry out an investigation when a dead bird of prey is found and I would urge anyone who comes across anything suspicious to call us on 101.

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The Independent  

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