Mystery Egremont rabbit deaths prompt police probe

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Image caption, Two rabbits were found dead in an Egremont garden (file photo)

The mysterious death of two pet rabbits has prompted a police investigation.

Cumbria Police appealed for information after the two animals were found dead in the back garden of a home in Egremont.

A force spokesperson said the deaths in the Hagget End area occurred some time between 17:30 GMT on 30 December and the morning of New Year's Eve.

They said officers were "appealing for any information that can help identify the circumstances of the incident".

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