Update: Appeal after animal remains found at Ripon recycling centre

Update

Following further investigations, the animal remains have been identified as a deer. We are no longer appealing for information.

Original appeal - no longer active

We’re appealing for information after remains of a horse or pony were discovered at a household waste recycling centre in North Yorkshire.

They were found by workers at the site in Ripon, who swiftly alerted police.

We are investigating the circumstances that led up to the remains being taken to the centre, which is contrary to regulations about how animal by-products should be disposed of.

We would like to hear from anyone with information. Please email [email protected]

You can also call North Yorkshire Police on 101, select option 2 and ask for PC1452 David Mackay.

If you wish to remain anonymous, you can pass information to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

Please quote the North Yorkshire Police reference number 12240228207.