REPORTS OF HARE COURSING GOWER

REPORTS OF HARE COURSING GOWER

⚠️ Important Message from PCSO Andrew Brown⚠️

Suspected Hare Coursing and Rural Crime in Gower

South Wales Police is asking residents, farmers and landowners across the Gower area to remain vigilant following reports of suspicious activity linked to hare coursing and illegal hunting.

Hare coursing is an organised wildlife crime that typically involves individuals entering farmland without permission and using dogs to pursue hares. Offenders often travel significant distances, can cause damage to crops, fences and gates, and their presence can have a considerable impact on local communities and landowners.

We have also received reports of individuals using powerful torches and artificial light sources, commonly known as lamping, in rural areas. While not all hunting activity is unlawful, suspicious behaviour involving dogs, vehicles and artificial lighting should be reported.

What to Look Out For

Please report:

Information We Need

If safe to do so, please try to obtain:

Hare Coursing is Illegal

Hare coursing is a criminal offence and will not be tolerated. Those involved often target rural locations where they believe they can avoid detection. Information provided by the public is invaluable in helping police identify offenders, protect wildlife and prevent further incidents.

Please do not approach suspected offenders. Instead, gather information from a safe distance and contact police immediately.

How to Report

🚨 999 - If hare coursing or related criminal activity is happening now, or there is an immediate threat to people, property or wildlife.

📞 101 - For non-emergency reports and intelligence.

💻 Online: https://www.south-wales.police.uk

The support of our rural communities plays a vital role in tackling hare coursing and protecting the countryside. Thank you for your continued assistance.

PCSO Andrew Brown

PCSO Clive Dainton

Pc Somon Chadwick
 

Gower Policing Team.