The incident took place near Castle Square at the top of Oxford Street on Saturday 24 August at around 6pm. The gull was reportedly grabbed by its wing, thrown to the floor and kicked by a male.
The gull – which looked to have a broken wing following the incident – was confined to a box and taken for a veterinary examination. Sadly due to the severity of its injuries the bird was put to sleep to prevent further suffering.
Unfortunately enquiries have come to an end, leading to the RSPCA releasing further stills.
The charity is keen to trace a man (pictured) who may be able to help provide information to assist these enquiries. He was wearing a white top, jeans and had a black strapped pink/orange bag.
RSPCA Inspector Keith Hogben said:
“This upsetting incident took place in a public place and would have been a very distressing incident to witness.
“We are now launching a re-appeal as we are still looking to speak to anyone with first-hand information which could help our enquiries. If you can help please give us a call on our appeals line on 0300 123 8018, and quote 01338330.”
Keith added: “We’d also like to thank those who helped this gull and to those who have reached out to us about this incident. Sadly, many people have an unfavourable opinion of gulls – but these are intelligent animals who form strong social bonds with each other, and deserve to be treated with respect.”
If you do find a sick or injured bird please visit our website on what you can do to help.
Anyone who can help is urged to call the appeal line number on 0300 123 8018.
[Lead image: RSPCA]
