Justitie · Kilbroney ParkRostrevor pig heads: Police investigate display in Kilbroney ParkGeschreven 31 oktober 2026 om 19:23 UTCKijkenTranscript0:07Someone left pig heads in a public park, including one impaled on a wooden stick.0:11The display appeared during the Halloween break in grounds used by families,0:14runners, and dog walkers.0:16Police are investigating who placed the heads there and why.0:18What can investigators find out about the people behind it?0:21A sign beside the heads read, Here Piggy Piggy.0:24The display was discovered early on Saturday, October30,1, in Kilbrony Park.0:29One resident came across it while walking his dog that morning.0:31Kilbrony Park is in Rostravore, County Down in Northern Ireland.0:35The concern centers on animal remains being left in a shared recreational space0:39where people would be spending the Halloween weekend.0:41A resident identified only as Jack described a park used daily by families and young0:45children, as well as dog walkers.0:47He also mentioned people attending the park run and children's Halloween activities0:51planned in the village that day.0:52The Police Service of Northern Ireland had confirmed its investigation by Saturday0:56afternoon.0:57Officers say they're keeping an open mind about the motivation and considering all1:00potential lines of inquiry.1:02Newry, Morning Down District Council, says it's aware of the incident and is working1:06with police and relevant partners.1:07Independent Crothleave counselor Mark Gibbons condemned the display and described1:11substantial wooden stakeposts driven into the ground.1:13Gibbons called the incident absolutely disgusting and sick.1:17He said the heads were large and expressed particular concern about young families1:21enjoying the Halloween break.1:22He said he hoped no children had seen them.1:24Gibbons questioned whether someone had intended a prank and said any joke had gone1:28too far.1:29He also called for CCTV from around the village to be examined.1:32Police haven't said whether they've reviewed any footage.1:35Jack objected to the remains being left in a busy public space.1:38Whatever the intention, he called the display disturbing and unhygienic, and said it1:43showed a lack of consideration for other people using the park.1:46The heads have since been removed.1:48Investigators still need to determine where the remains came from and what evidence1:51could lead to criminal proceedings.1:53Police haven't identified who put the heads there or explained why.Lees het artikelTijdlijn van het verhaalHeyDex
