Thieves have stolen 1,500 geese from a village to the west of Norwich.

Eastern Daily Press: 1,500 geese were stolen.1,500 geese were stolen. (Image: Archant © 2011)

The animals were taken yesterday from land in the Bawburgh area between 3am and 8am.

Police are now looking to speak with anyone who may have seen suspicious activity in the area, or if they have been offered geese for sale.

Anyone with information should contact PCSO Darrin Sore at Hethersett and Mulbarton Safer Neighbourhood Team on 101.

Alternatively contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111 or via their anonymous online form at www.crimestoppers-uk.org.