Police are appealing for witnesses and information about a sheep worrying incident which left an animal injured at Stainburn near Harrogate.

The incident happened between midday on Saturday, May 13 and 9am the next day.

A sheep was chased which resulted in a nasty injury to its throat.

Officers from North Yorkshire Police's Rural Task Force are now requesting the public’s help to help establish the full circumstances surrounding the incident.

A spokesperson said: "In particular, officers are appealing for information from anyone that might have been in the area at the time and witnessed the incident.

"Anyone with information that could assist the investigation should email david.mackay@northyorkshire.police.uk.

"You can also call North Yorkshire Police on 101, select option two, and ask for David Mackay. If you wish to remain anonymous, you can pass information to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

"Please quote the North Yorkshire Police reference number 12230086282 when passing information."