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The National (Scotland)
The National (Scotland)
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Laura Pollock

Man, 61, charged after two seals 'attacked' at Scottish harbour

OFFICERS have charged a man after two seal were "attacked" at a harbour in East Lothian.

Police Scotland has said the incident took place near North Berwick Harbour on Victoria Road around 4.45pm on Thursday, November 28.

One of the seal pups was found at the scene and the other was reported missing.

The force confirmed the relevant authorities have been contacted regarding the welfare of the animals following the incident.

A Police Scotland spokesperson said: “A 61-year-old man has been charged in connection with a report of two seals having been attacked in North Berwick.

“The incident happened around 4.45pm on Thursday, November 28, 2024.

“A report will be submitted to the Procurator Fiscal.”

Scottish SPCA has been contacted.

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