A SWAN has been put down after being shot 21 times in the head.
Police believe that a pellet gun was used to injure the animal which was found at Monks Pond between Glasbury and Painscastle, in Hay-on-Wye, by a member of the public at around 11am on Wednesday.
The swan was taken to Hay Veterinary Group but due to the extent of its injuries had to be put down.
Sergeant Craig Morgan, of Dyfed-Powys Police, who are investigating the incident said: βTo treat an animal in this way is absolutely appalling.
"Officers in Hay-on-Wye are carrying out enquiries into this incident. I would urge any member of our community who knows who is responsible for this crime to please come forward and tell us by calling 101.β
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