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Livestock attack at Ayrshire farm sees 13 lambs and two ewes killed

Police Scotland Ayrshire confirmed the incident had taken place on farmland between the villages of Kirkmichael and Dalrymple

Chris Brayford
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"This has been a significant livestock attack, with 2 ewes and 13 lambs killed and numerous others being injured."
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"This has been a significant livestock attack, with 2 ewes and 13 lambs killed and numerous others being injured."

A 'significant' livestock attack at two farms in Ayshire has led to the death of two ewes and 13 lambs. Police Scotland Ayrshire confirmed the incident had taken place on farmland between the villages...

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