Police in Fife are appealing for witnesses after a sheep was killed near Dalgety Bay.
The incident at Bouprie Farm happened sometime between 4pm on October 18 and 11.30am on October 19.
After receiving a call from a neighbouring field, the owner found the male sheep which appeared to have sustained a number of significant injuries, causing its death.
An investigation into the attack on the farm, which lies west of the B9157 north of Dalgety Bay Road, has now been launched.
Sergeant Kate Blackwell said: “The farmer is deeply upset at the death of his only tupp (male sheep), which was worth around £600.
“We are keen to hear from anyone who remembers seeing anything suspicious around this farmland between 18 and 19 October and would ask that they contact police immediately.
“In addition, anyone with any further information relevant to this inquiry is also asked to get in touch.”
Those with information can contact Police Scotland on 101 or alternatively, the charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
