Police are investigating an incident where three deer have been shot and killed in a village close to the Suffolk border.

The Essex Police Rural Engagement Team were called to the scene in Great Yeldham on Sunday, January 3.

Officers have since appealed for witnesses who might have seen something, or any vehicles in the area of Little Yeldham Road in Great Yeldham between 2pm and 4pm that day.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Essex Police.