Gardaí in Monaghan are appealing for information following a suspected animal welfare incident in the county.
The alleged illegal cock fight occurred on Saturday July 27th.
At around 11am on Saturday, Gardaí in Monaghan received a report of a suspected illegal "cock fighting" event allegedly taking place at a private residence in Emyvale. When Gardaí arrived, a large number of people are understood to have scattered and fled the scene. A warrant was then obtained to search the property where 15 dead roosters were discovered. A further 70 roosters were found and seized by members of the Department of Agriculture who were also present, An investigation into the incident is ongoing at Monaghan Garda Station who are liasing with the Department of Agriculture on the matter.
Anyone who may have any information on this incident is asked to make contact with Monaghan Garda Station on 04777200 or the Garda Confidential Line
