Police Seek Dog Owner After Deer Killed in Richmond Park Attack

A spaniel fatally injured a deer in a 'deeply distressing' incident, prompting officials to remind dog owners of legal responsibilities in wildlife areas.

A deer in Richmond Park was fatally injured after being chased and attacked by a spaniel-type dog near Sheen Cross on Monday afternoon.
The deer had to be euthanized due to the severity of its injuries, marking one of several annual incidents caused by uncontrolled dogs in the park.
The Parks Police are searching for the dog's owner, who reportedly left the scene, and have released an image of a man walking a black-and-white dog on a lead.
Authorities emphasized the importance of responsible dog ownership, noting that it is illegal to allow dogs to chase deer in the park, which is home to around 630 free-roaming red and fallow deer.
Dog-related deer fatalities occur three to four times annually in Richmond Park, with officials urging dog walkers to keep pets on a lead if recall ability is uncertain.