United Kingdom: Much loved neighborhood deer named Daphne sadly put down due to dog attack

UNITED KINGDOM -- A much loved deer that made North Lincolnshire her home has sadly had to be put down.

Daphne the deer, who lived at Water's Edge Country Park, Barton, was put down following being attacked by a dog.

She was left with such terrible injuries that she could not be saved.

A North Lincolnshire Council spokesperson, said: "If any member of the public has any information on this incident, please contact our environment team.

"Daphne was very popular with visitors at Waters' Edge and she was always very welcoming. It is extremely sad that she had to be put down. She will be greatly missed by the staff at the centre and visitors.

"We hope we can get a successful prosecution for this attack on Daphne."

If any member of the public has any information on this incident, please contact us at: environment.team@northlincs.gov.uk. There will be a £200 reward available for information that leads to a successful prosecution. You can also ring on 01724 297000.

(Scunthorpe Telegraph - Jan 19, 2017)