Three-month-old lamb found decapitated in field
West Yorkshire Police Wildlife and Rural officers said they were called to the Denby Dale area where they found a three month old Hebridean lamp decapitated.
They said it was 'clean cut' and not caused by another animal.
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Hide AdA police spokeswoman said: "Police are investigating an incident, which is believed to have occured between 9pm on July 19 and 11.30am on July 20, involving the killing of livestock in a paddock off Barnsley Road.
"Anyone who saw individuals acting suspiciously in the area during this period or has information as to those responsible, is asked to contact the non-emergency number 101, quoting reference 13200364005, or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111."