Concern At Rise In Animal Cruelty Reports
Written by HFM News on 18th July 2024
The RSPCA has received over 1,200 reports of cruelty to animals in Leicestershire and Northamptonshire so far this year.
It is feared the number could rise sharply over the coming weeks, as cases particularly peak during summer months.
727 reports have been received in Leicestershire this year and 501 in Northamptonshire.
Pic: RSPCA
The charity has released the figures as it launches athe new No Animal Deserves Cruelty’ fundraising campaign.
Chris O’Brien from the RSPCA spoke to HFM:
