iStockA man has been charged with killing a protected bird following a police search in Perth.
Wildlife crime officers searched an estate near Blairgowrie with the assistance from RSPB and the SSPCA on February 29.
Following the search police arrested and charged a 47-year-old man with killing a goshawk, which is a protected bird.
Police said the incident took place on February 12 and that a report will be submitted to the Procurator Fiscal.
Police Scotland Wildlife Crime coordinator detective sergeant David Lynn said “Police Scotland will pursue anyone deliberately targeting Scotland wildlife.
“This multi-agency day of action shows our collective commitment to safeguarding Scotland’s wild animals.”
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