Three ewes in lamb have been killed in a suspected dog attack on a Powys farm.

The incident of livestock worrying took place at Knowles Farm, New Radnor, at some point on Wednesday (March 1).

Killed ewe
A vet suspects that the ewes were killed by a large dog or dogs (Rural Crime Team at Dyfed-Powys Police)

The rural crime team of Dyfed-Powys Police said the three killed ewes were in lamb with twins, and that a vet suspects it was either a large dog or dogs that carried out the attack.

The team also reminded dog owners that their animals should be kept on a lead, and to avoid fields containing livestock.

If you have information that could help police with their investigation, please contact the division's rural crime team and quote message 360 of March 1.