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Snares and stink pit found in Norfolk 12-22

A 'stink pit', with multiple rotten animal carcasses, was found in Dersingham Woods in Norfolk.

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The mound of dead animals was surrounded by a 'barrier' made of small branches, which had gaps that would give any animals in the area access.

Snares were also set close by.

Type of snare

Legal

Where

Dersingham Woods, Norfolk

When

December 2022