POLICE are appealing for witnesses after a sheep was left with serious injuries after being attacked by dogs in a field in Embsay.
The sheep, which may not survive, was attacked near Low Lane at about 5pm on Tuesday.
A group of men with dogs were in the area around the time of the incident, and left in a dark-coloured people carrier.
Since September 2013, there have been more than 325 reported dog attacks on livestock in North Yorkshire.
Police are continuing to urge people in rural areas to be vigilant, and report any suspicious activity as part of its Call It In campaign. Even if it does not need an immediate response, every piece of information helps officers build up a picture and could prove vital in bringing criminals to justice.
Anyone with information about the attack is asked to phone North Yorkshire Police on 101, quoting reference number 12170070924.