A 47-year-old man entered his neighbour’s yard armed with a ...

15 January 2026, Time unknown

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A 47-year-old man entered his neighbour’s yard armed with a hunting rifle and fired two shots, wounding the neighbour’s dog, after a dispute related to alleged livestock attacks. The suspect reportedly threatened to shoot anyone who disagreed with him, causing fear among a worker and the worker's girlfriend. The injured animal was taken for veterinary treatment and survived. The suspect left the scene before police arrival and was reportedly intoxicated. The case is under investigation for unlawful conduct and cruelty to animals.

Type of incident: Public dispute
Type of weapon: Rifle/shotgun
Type of posession: Not reported
Perpetrator-Victim Relationship: Friends/acquaintances/neighbors
Result of the incident : Perpetrator(s) known and caught
Micro location: Home, apartment, yard
Victim status: Threatened (2)
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