'Absolutely disgusting and sick': Real pigs heads left in public park
Local authorities in County Down are investigating after pig heads were found impaled on stakes in a public park. A local councillor condemned the act as a disturbing and sinister prank that frightened the community.
Why it matters
The incident has caused significant public alarm and highlights concerns regarding community safety and potential hate-motivated vandalism.
Image source, Google Image caption, The incident happened in Kilbroney Park
An incident where pig heads were put in a public park early on Saturday morning has been described as "disgusting and sick" by a local councillor.
The heads, including one impaled on a wooden stick, appeared in Kilbroney Park in Rostrevor, County Down, accompanied by a sign that said "here piggy piggy".
Independent councillor Mark Gibbons said it was "absolutely disgusting and sick" that somebody would go to "great lengths" to do this, especially on a weekend where young families would be enjoying the Halloween break.
The PSNI confirmed they are investigating the incident and are keeping an open mind as to the motivation behind this report and considering all potential lines of enquiry.
Image source, Mark Gibbons Image caption, Mark Gibbons is an independent councillor for Crotlieve
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