Bradshaw Fishery appeals after site vandalised and ‘chicks killed’

Bradshaw Hall Fisheries Ltd said the incident happened over the weekend and has been reported to police.

In a post on its Facebook page, the business claimed people entered the premises, caused damage and attempted to steal machinery.

The fishery alleged that baby chicks hatched from its chickens were taken and killed during the incident.

Owners also reported that a DeWalt circular saw was stolen and said attempts were made to take other machinery, although these were unsuccessful.

Bradshaw Hall Fisheries said police officers attended the site on Sunday to review CCTV footage and that further action was expected.

The business posted: “Baby chicks that have been hatched out from our chickens have been taken and killed, a DeWalt circular saw was taken and they attempted to take other machinery but failed.

“The police have been to the fishery today to review the footage and further action is due to be taken.”

The appeal posted online from Bradshaw Fishery (Image: Bradshaw Fishery)

The fishery appealed for anyone with information about those involved to get in touch directly.

When contacted, Bradshaw Hall Fisheries declined to comment further beyond the statement issued on social media.