Man arrested after eight geese found dead

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Image caption, Kent Police said eight geese were found dead
  • Author, Tanya Gupta
  • Role, 大象传媒 News, South East

A man has been arrested after a crash that led to the death of eight geese in Dartford.

The 19-year-old, who is from Dartford, was arrested on suspicion of animal cruelty and driving without a licence or insurance, and bailed until 25 October.

Kent Police said the birds were found dead in Anchor Boulevard on Sunday.

Sgt Ross Haybourne, from Kent Police, said it was a distressing incident that had "caused considerable concern in the local community".

He said: "We will always investigate reports where wildlife may have been harmed deliberately."

Anyone with information is asked to contact police.

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