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70 Geese Butchered, Dumped in Norfolk Roadside Mystery
19 Dec, 2025
Summary
- Seventy butchered geese, likely wild greylag and pink-footed, were found.
- Birds had strings tied around necks and breasts removed, raising food safety concerns.
- Incidents occurred on December 7 and December 10 in Norfolk, UK.
A disturbing mystery is unfolding in Norfolk, UK, following the discovery of 70 butchered geese. On December 7, 39 carcasses were found in Walton Highway, and on December 10, another 31 were discovered in Terrington St Clement. These birds, a mix of wild greylag and pink-footed geese, were found with strings around their necks and their breasts removed.
Local authorities have expressed shock and concern over the incidents, labeling it as unusual fly-tipping. The primary worries revolve around animal welfare and food safety, as the humane nature of the killing and the hygiene of the butchering process are unknown. This uncertainty means the meat cannot be confirmed as fit for human consumption.
While shooting wild geese is not illegal, the scale and manner of this dumping are considered highly suspicious and organized. Authorities are investigating the motive behind this act and what is being done with the meat. Anyone with information is urged to contact the council to help unravel this peculiar case.
