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Police Probe Cow Shooting Near Waal in Ostallgäu, Witnesses Sought

The case is being handled as property damage with a possible animal‑welfare offense by a joint police–veterinary team.

Overview

  • A woman found the dead cow on Sunday on a pasture near an agricultural property in Waal in the Ostallgäu district.
  • Investigators identified a gunshot wound to the animal’s neck, and the cow had been grazing overnight with other cattle.
  • Police believe the killing occurred between Saturday night and early Sunday, and no suspect has been identified.
  • Authorities are examining which device or weapon was used while assessing potential violations of the animal protection law.
  • The Buchloe police request tips at 08241 9690-0, and a spokesperson said all lines of inquiry remain open, including the possibility of a hunting accident.