A Northern Ireland councilor has called for a full investigation after dead sheep and calves were found dumped at two sites in Co. Tyrone in recent days.
Independent Mid Ulster councilor Kevin McElvogue said he was alerted on Friday morning (June 12) to the presence of dead sheep in Ballygawley Water.
When the counselor arrived at the scene, he found several dead animals in the river and on the gravel in the river.
He also saw two large bags containing more sheep carcasses.
Cllr McElvogue said the official believed the dead animals would be washed away by flood waters after heavy rain.
In total, the councilor estimates that up to 15 dead sheep were dumped into the river, which is a tributary of the Blackwater River, which feeds Lough Neagh, a major source of drinking water in Northern Ireland.
“It’s a big concern. No one knows where these sheep died and what caused them to die. Were they sick? What caused them to die in the first place?” He said.
Cllr McElvogue said Agriland That dead sheep is still in the river today.
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Yesterday (Sunday 14 June) the councilor was alerted to two dead calves dumped on the side of the road near Kabagh village.
In recent months, a number of Dead lambs It was discovered in almost the same location by a family who were out collecting rubbish.
Cllr McElvogue said it was “deeply concerning” that these incidents had occurred.
“There’s a facility down the road, about 11 miles away, which is Linergy, and they’re collecting drop inventory,” he said.
Cllr McElvogue said he had contacted the local authority about the latest discovery who would in turn alert the Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA).
The council member said that dumping dead animals is a problem in the area and must be fully investigated.
“We will have to talk to the authorities, and we will have to communicate with them to see what can be done here. There is a big problem,” he said.
The council member added, “What is happening is not good. Whoever does this does not respect anyone.”
Agriland I have contacted DAERA for comment.
