Police in Pōkeno, New Zealand, have concluded that the deaths of 18 pet goats were caused by a dog attack, not by shooting as initially suspected. The investigation, conducted in collaboration with the Waikato District Council, found no evidence of gunshot wounds.
“Animal deaths like these can often present in the same way, and while we are pleased to learn the goats haven’t been shot, there are still 18 pet goats that have been killed,” a police spokesperson said. The statement emphasized the tragic nature of the incident, which has upset the local community.
The Waikato District Council is continuing to investigate the circumstances of the attack and is urging pet owners to secure their animals. No further details about the dogs involved have been released.
