Five arrested for hare coursing in Essex
Four men and a woman have been arrested
Last updated 18th Feb 2025
Five people have been arrested on suspicion of hare coursing in the Danbury area.
The Rural Engagement Team and a police helicopter, were deployed after they received reports of hare coursing on Saturday afternoon.
Four men aged from 28 to 68, and a 37 yr old woman were all arrested on suspicion of trespass with intent to search for or to pursue hares with dogs.
They have all been released under investigation.