Staff at a farm have been left "devastated" after a baby donkey was stolen from her "distressed" mum in broad daylight.
A police appeal is underway after the little donkey named Moon was stolen from Miller's Ark farm in Hook, Hampshire on Monday (May 15).
The incident happened at some time before 5pm and an update issued yesterday by the farm says they are "still hoping for a positive outcome".
In a social media statement, the farm said: "Sadly this afternoon at Miller’s Ark little Moon has been stolen from the field.
"We are completely devastated and incredibly concerned, she was only born at the beginning of March and needs to be with her Mum.
"This little donkey will be braying loudly tonight because she will be missing her mum badly. This is our chance to find her.
"If you or anyone you know took her, please return her to the farm tonight, so she can go back with her mother who is very distressed."
Unfortunately, Moon is yet to be reunited with her mother, named Astra.
The farm added yesterday: "We are still hoping for a positive outcome that gorgeous little Moon will be reunited with her mum Astra at Miller’s Ark.
"Thank you for your incredible support, for all your sharing far and wide regarding the theft of Moon."
Hampshire Constabulary is appealing for anyone with any information to get in touch by calling 101 quoting 44230191581.
