Police Appeal for Witnesses After Pigeon Shot with Air Rifle

Date: 24 June, 2025

Police are appealing for information following a disturbing incident in which a pigeon was reportedly shot at with an air rifle by a group of teenagers.

The incident occurred between 6:58pm and 7:13pm on Sunday, 15 June, at Jubilee Field Recreation Ground in Lymington. According to initial reports, three teenage boys were seen firing at the bird, causing concern among nearby residents and park-goers.

One of the individuals involved has been described as:
• White
• Aged around 13 or 14
• Short fair hair
• Wearing a coloured top and camouflage-style shorts

Officers from Hampshire & Isle of Wight Constabulary are urging anyone who witnessed the incident or who may know the identity of those involved to come forward.

How to Report Information

Anyone with information is asked to call 101, quoting incident number 44250262935.

Alternatively, members of the public can submit information online via the Hampshire & Isle of Wight Constabulary website.

For those who wish to remain anonymous, information can also be passed to Crimestoppers by calling 0800 555 111.