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Case No. 18819Dog attack on livestock · Co. Donegal · 18 Dec 2023

Four sheep killed in dog attack in Gortahork, Donegal

Four sheep were found dead in Baltoney, Gortahork, County Donegal, after a late-night dog attack on Monday 18 December 2023. Reports say there are concerns that other sheep will lose their lambs. Independent Councillor Michael McClafferty condemned the killing and said thousands of euro has been lost. No owner, dog owner or suspect is named in the reports. The latest report, published on 20 December 2023, says gardaí are investigating and asks anyone with information to contact Milford Garda Station or the Garda Confidential Line.

  1. Reported20 Dec
  2. Arrested
  3. Charged
  4. In court
  5. Verdict
  6. Sentenced
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Key facts

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What happened
Four sheep were found dead after a late-night dog attack.
Where
The sheep were found in Baltoney, Gortahork, County Donegal.
When
The attack happened late on Monday night, 18 December 2023, and was reported on 20 December 2023.
Cause
The sheep died following a dog attack.
Other details
  • No owner, dog owner or suspect is named in the reports.
  • Independent Councillor Michael McClafferty condemned the killing and said thousands of euro has been lost.
  • There are concerns that other sheep will lose their lambs.
Investigation
  • Gardaí are investigating the matter.
  • Anyone with information is asked to contact Milford Garda Station or the Garda Confidential Line.
7 statements extracted from the articles
  • whatThere are concerns other sheep will lose their lambs. (donegallive.ie)
  • whereFour sheep were found dead in Baltoney, Gortahork. (donegallive.ie)
  • whenThe attack happened late on Monday night. (donegallive.ie)
  • causeThe sheep died following a late-night dog attack. (donegallive.ie)
  • investigationThe matter is being investigated by gardaí. (donegallive.ie)
  • investigationAnyone with information is asked to contact Milford Garda Station or the Garda Confidential Line. (donegallive.ie)
  • otherIndependent Councillor Michael McClafferty condemned the killing and said thousands of euro has been lost. (donegallive.ie)

The reporting

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  1. 20 Dec2023
    Reporteddonegallive.ie, first report
    Four sheep killed in late night dog attack in Gortahork

    Reports four sheep found dead in Baltoney, Gortahork after a late-night dog attack on Monday night, with gardaí investigating. Names no owner, dog owner or suspect. Gives a councillor's comment on the financial loss.