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Farmer mows roe deer fawn – convicted of animal cruelty

A farmer in Brislach mowed tall grass despite prior warning and seriously injured a roe deer fawn. He was convicted of deliberate animal cruelty.

Editorial Wild beim Wild — 10 June 2023

Farmer mowed despite warning

Despite prior warning, a farmer in Brislach mowed tall grass and seriously injured a roe deer fawn in the process. The Baselland criminal court convicted him of deliberate animal cruelty, reports the Basler Zeitung.

Suspended fine

The judge sentenced the man to a suspended fine of 120 daily rates of 80 francs plus 1’000 francs penalty. For the court, the provisions of the Animal Protection Act were decisive. More on the topic of crime and hunting and Switzerland.

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