A man is set to go on trial for allegedly putting his penis in the beak of a seagull, causing significant pain to the bird, gistpeople reports
On Friday, February 17, David Lee appeared in South Tyneside Magistrates’ Court in England, charged with causing unnecessary suffering to a protected animal under the Animal Welfare Act 2006.
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The bizarre crime is said to have occurred on Thursday, August 18, 2022, in Sunderland.
According to prosecutors, Lee, 39, “unreservedly did an act [where] he took a wild bird, forced it down, and placed his penis in its mouth, causing unnecessary suffering to that animal.”
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According to Chronicle Live, Lee has entered a not guilty plea. He was granted unconditional bail until his trial, which was scheduled for a later date.
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The Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981 and the Wildlife (Northern Ireland) Order 1985 protect all gull species.
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It is unlawful to intentionally or recklessly injure or kill any gull, or to damage or destroy an active nest or its contents.
Intentionally killing or injuring a seagull is a crime, and offenses against wildlife can result in a fine of up to £5,000 or, in extreme cases, a prison sentence.
