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Theft of new born lamb in Doncaster 'angers' MP into action

“This latest incident is the tip of the iceberg"

Chris Brayford
clock • 2 min read
MP Nick Fletcher for Don Valley said he will support police in their efforts to tackle rural crime
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MP Nick Fletcher for Don Valley said he will support police in their efforts to tackle rural crime

A lamb which was stolen from a farm by a gang on quad bikes in South Yorkshire has angered an MP who has promised to take the matter further with police. MP Nick Fletcher for Don Valley said he was...

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