AN APPEAL for information has been launched after the carcasses of seven sheep were found dumped in a ditch in North Wales.

North Wales Police are asking anyone with information about the incident to come forward and help them with their investigation.

The discovery was made by officers on Wednesday, March 2, between Waunfawr and Rhosgadfan in Gwynedd.

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A statement from NWP read: "On Wednesday March 2, seven sheep's carcasses were thrown in a ditch on the top road bet Waunfawr and Rhosgadfan.

"Any information please message us on the Community alert system or NWP website.

"The attachment is grotesque as you might add is the individual who threw them into a clean water ditch instead of disposing of them in the correct manner. Enquiries are continuing to trace those responsible."

Anyone with information should call 101.