Man threw seagull to the ground before kicking it in horror animal attack
The RSPCA has renewed its appeal for information regarding a brutal attack on a seagull in Swansea city centre.
The animal welfare charity has released two images of a man they believe may have crucial information about the incident.
The attack took place near Castle Square at the top of Oxford Street on 24 August at around 6pm.
According to the RSPCA, a man grabbed the gull by its wing, threw it to the ground, and then kicked it.
The charity is urging anyone with first-hand information to come forward and assist with their ongoing investigation.
The gull suffered severe injuries, including a suspected broken wing, as a result of the attack. It was confined to a box and taken for veterinary examination.
Sadly, due to the extent of its injuries, the bird had to be put to sleep to prevent further suffering.
The RSPCA initially appealed for information following the incident but was unable to trace the man believed to have information about the attack.
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Now, the charity has released two still images showing a man at the scene at the time of the incident.
He is described as wearing a white top and jeans, with a black-strapped pink and orange bag.
RSPCA Inspector Keith Hogben said: “This upsetting incident took place in a public place and would have been a very distressing incident to witness.
“We are now launching a re-appeal as we are still looking to speak to anyone with first-hand information which could help our enquiries.”
He added: “Sadly, many people have an unfavourable opinion of gulls – but these are intelligent animals who form strong social bonds with each other, and deserve to be treated with respect.”
The RSPCA expressed gratitude to those who assisted the injured gull and have reached out about the incident.
Inspector Hogben urged anyone with information to contact the RSPCA’s appeals line on 0300 123 8018, quoting reference 01338330.