Colchester: Gang of thugs film attack on goose

5:02am Wednesday 14th May 2008

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Cruel thugs were spotted kicking a goose along the road - and filming their actions.

Colchester police were called after a shocked resident spotted five youths walking along Lexden Road.

They were kicking the distressed bird down the road and filming themselves on their mobile phones.

The incident has horrified police and RSPCA officers, who are urging anyone with information to come forward.

Kelly Taylor, of Colchester police, said: "Cruelty to animals is a despicable and cowardly crime in any instance, but to kick it round makes it appear as if this was sport to the youngsters involved."

A spokesman for the RSPCA said: "We are shocked and appalled to hear about this incident. We would appeal for anyone with information to contact us or the police."

Anyone with any information about the incident at about 11pm on Monday night. is asked to call Colchester police on 0300 333 4444 or the RSPCA on 0300 1234 999.