Unknown persons reportedly killed 900 pigs in a fattening farm in western Münsterland. The perpetrators had interrupted the power supply in the technical room of the company in Vreden. This turned off the ventilation of the stable, which is vital for fattening pigs. 900 animals died.
DPA
Pig farm in Vreden
According to the police, the unknown perpetrators had broken into the building between Sunday evening and Monday morning. Who the perpetrators were and why they turned off the power was initially unclear.
The owner estimates the damage to police about 100 000 €. According to a police spokesman is determined in all directions. On Tuesday, according to police, the owner family wants to contact the public.