Cops have launched a probe after a sheep was found brutally shot to death in a Scots field.
The grim incident is thought to have taken place between 8pm on Sunda and 5pm on Monday, at a field off the A95 at Carron, about near to the Glenfarclas Distillery, south west of Aberlour, Moray.
Police believe the animal was deliberately shot and have called for any witnesses to come forward.
Wildlife Crime Officer, Police Constable Hannah Haywood, said: “We believe the black faced sheep was deliberately shot and would like to speak to anyone who may have seen anything suspicious between Sunday evening and early evening on Monday.”
“It is possible that someone may have parked a vehicle, or may have walked along part of the road. If you have dash-cam footage that might show information that would help with our enquiries then please get in touch.”
Anyone with information is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101, quoting incident 0729 of Tuesday 11 May, 2021.
