Police have arrested two men and rescued 27 cockerels after they uncovered a 'deeply cruel' illegal cockfighting ring in Lancashire.
Following reports alleged cockfighting and concerns about animal welfare, Fylde Police discovered the site of the illegal activity at stables in the Lytham area.
Officers found signs of 'organised cockfighting', including a number of 'makeshift pits' on Monday, May 12.
Assisted by the RSPCA in Lancashire, 27 cockerels were seized from the property and rescued. A number of the birds were in need of medical help.
Work was carried out to ensure the welfare of the cockerels.
