In a disquieting incident near the Mother Brook Reservation in Dedham, local officials are appealing to the public for information after several beheaded birds were found. The gruesome discovery was made off the bridge on Sawmill Lane, where the birds were dumped, landing on the icy surface below.
According to a social media post from Dedham Animal Control, the birds, which were a variety of domestic species, are believed to have been decapitated and disposed of over the weekend of December 27th to 28th. The Dedham Animal Control is urging anyone with knowledge about the incident or who may have witnessed any suspicious activity to come forward.
"We are looking for the public's help to identify who may have been responsible for beheading and dumping a variety of domestic birds, off the bridge and onto the ice of the Mother Brook Reservation, on Sawmill Lane, Dedham," according to the Facebook post from Dedham Animal Control.
Officials intend to speak with those involved to understand the circumstances leading to this disturbing act. They also highlighted a Massachusetts state law addressing the issue, pointing to its relevance in the case. The statute mentioned is intended to protect animals against cruelty, including mutilation. Furthermore, anyone with information that could aid this investigation is encouraged to contact Dedham Animal Control at 781.751.9106 or email [email protected] for potentially crucial conversations.
