Write a commentFollowing a fire at a farm where a number of pigs were killed Police in Newry are appealing for information.
The fire happened at premises at the Derrywilligan Road, Bessbrook area in the early hours of Saturday 26th April.
Shortly before 5:45am it was reported that a fire had started. A number of animals were evacuated from the scene, but it is believed that a number of pigs perished during the incident.
It took seven hours to deal with the fire.
An operation to remove dead animals from the property continued today.
It is believed that extensive damage was caused to the property and diversions were put in place to minimise traffic disruption.
The cause of the fire is still under investigation and enquiries are continuing.
Anyone with any information about this incident is asked to contact police in Ardmore on the non-emergency number 101. Or if someone would prefer to provide information without giving their details they can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers and speak to them anonymously on 0800 555 111
