Booby-Trapped Cheese Found Near Goose Pond Puts Dog in Danger
Maintal residents are urged to help police investigate a suspicious incident involving a booby-trapped bait near Goose Pond. The discovery was made on Saturday morning around 8 am, and the perpetrator remains unknown.
A local woman was walking her dog when the animal picked up a piece of cheese. Unbeknownst to her, the cheese had a sharp metal hook embedded in it. The woman's quick thinking prevented her pet from swallowing the tampered bait.
Police are treating the incident seriously and are seeking witnesses. They urge anyone with information to call 06181 4302-0. The investigation is ongoing, with officers working to determine who set the trap and why.
The incident serves as a reminder for pet owners to be vigilant while out walking their animals. Police encourage anyone with information to come forward, as it could help prevent similar incidents in the future.