Swan found dead in pond in Hull 'was suffocated by plastic bag'

Police are investigating the death of a swan in a playing fields pond in Hull.
File pic: Officers are investigating the death of a swan in a pond in Hull   Picture: Jonathan Brady/PA WireFile pic: Officers are investigating the death of a swan in a pond in Hull   Picture: Jonathan Brady/PA Wire
File pic: Officers are investigating the death of a swan in a pond in Hull Picture: Jonathan Brady/PA Wire

The bird was found at Oak Roads playing field around 6pm on Sunday November 15 with a plastic bag tied round its neck, covering its head.

It is thought the swan suffocated as a result.

Police are asking anyone who believes they may have witnessed the incident, or has information about the incident to get in touch.