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| After-dark shot of the deer using a night vision camera |
CLEETHORPES Wildlife Rescue have today posted this update, including a photo, of the deer that seems to have become 'trapped' for the past few days in Sidney Park, Cleethorpes.
On the plus side, attacks by out-of-control dogs seem to have reduced, but the creature is still under stress and probably hungry.
Says the CWR statement: "While incidents of cruel acts do continue, they have lessened over the last 24/48 hours.
"Volunteers continue to patrol the park and report any suspicious or cruel acts, including at night.
"The deer did have a short stint on the road before quickly returning to the park.
"North East Lincolnshire Council and Humberside Police have both stepped up their patrols of the park, and we are in regular communication with both.
"The site has also been visited by Humberside Police's Rural Task Force for Wildlife Crimes."
The statement continues: "We continue to discuss all possible options for the deer with the relevant services, and together we are working on short-term and long-term plans regarding his safety.
"It is not a simple decision to make, and there are a lot of factors that have to be weighed up before implementing any plans.
"If you see anyone acting suspiciously, or behaving in a cruel manner, please report it via 101.
"In the meantime, our advice remains unchanged:
• If you need to walk your dog, consider another park, or if you really can't avoid bringing them to the park, please do not let them off leads. This is for both the safety of the deer, and your dog.
•Do not chase or attempt to capture the deer, it is not safe! There are high risks involved even for our volunteers. A roe deer can easily weigh over 20kg, run and speeds almost 40mph, and with 8-inch antlers, this is NOT something you want to come in contact with.
• If you do visit the park, be considerate to the deer, he just wants somewhere safer than main roads, parks are, of course, their home.
"Thank you!"
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