Teenager fined over £1,000 for running over and killing goose in Cleethorpes
The teenager, from Messingham, pleaded guilty at Grimsby Magistrates Court to driving without due care and attention, using a vehicle to pursue wild birds for the purpose of killing them and intentionally killing a wild bird.
He was ordered to pay fines totalling £1085 as well as a £100 victim surcharge, following the incident on Kings Road on Sunday October 24.
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Hide AdInspector Steve Peck said: “This was a cruel and selfish act which has understandably caused distress to the local community.
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“I want to thank the initial caller for reporting the incident as well as the local community for their support throughout the investigation and court proceedings.
“I hope that this sends a clear message to anyone else considering harming our wildlife.”