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Stag Beheaded at Newbridge Demesne Park
28 Nov, 2025
Summary
- An eight-year-old stag, part of a herd, was found beheaded.
- Intruders broke into Newbridge Demesne park overnight to kill the animal.
- Authorities are urging anyone with information to contact gardai.
A shocking act of cruelty has befallen Newbridge Demesne in Co Dublin, where an eight-year-old stag was found beheaded on Thursday morning. The animal was a cherished member of the park's Irish Red Deer herd and a favorite among visitors.
Authorities report that intruders broke into the demesne overnight to carry out the "callous killing." The discovery was made by staff during their morning rounds. Local officials have expressed profound shock and condemnation of the incident, emphasizing the illegality of killing deer without a license.
The case is currently under investigation by An Garda Siochana and the National Parks and Wildlife Service. Authorities are appealing to anyone with information to come forward and help bring those responsible to justice, providing contact details for the Garda Confidential Line and the wildlife enforcement email.
