A family say they have become virtual prisoners in their home after being targeted by “psycho” seagulls. The family now arm themselves with brooms and walking sticks and only take their dog on short walks while carrying a garden parasol as a defence. Dad Dave Baker, 43, has been repeatedly dive-bombed in what he claims are "co-ordinated attacks" as he runs the gauntlet to the local shops.
If the birds are seen lying in wait, mum Nicki, 41, must phone ahead and ask daughter Katrina, 10, to fetch the garden parasol so she can make it back home safety, according to a report in NorthWalesLive. Nicki said: "They are dangerous. Yesterday it took me three attempts to get home. It’s very stressful for us as a family. On school days, Dave has to go outside first and open the car door so that Katrina can dash outside without being attacked.”
On Monday the postman was dive-bombed – and even the dog has been targeted. Jessie, a full-grown Staffie x collie, has often been seen running back indoors with its tail between its legs. “She’s a big, strapping dog but she’s terrified of them,” said Nicki. “And she’s supposed to be a dangerous breed!”
