The pigeon was shot with a crossbow arrow through its body
A PIGEON was put to sleep after it was shot through the body with a crossbow arrow.
The RSPCA is appealing for anyone with any information about the incident after the bird was found on Cross Street, Scarborough, on Saturday.
RSPCA inspector Laura Barber said: “This poor pigeon was just sitting there with the crossbow arrow all the way through their little body.
“It’s shocking that someone would do something so cruel, deliberately causing so much suffering.
“Sadly there was no other option but to put the bird straight to sleep.”
Another arrow was found without its tip nearby.
Anyone who saw anything or has any information about what happened is urged to contact the RSPCA inspector appeal line on 0300 123 8018.
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