Illegal bird trapping equipment seized in raid
A suspect was believed to be catching and selling wild finches, the West Midlands Ringing Group said
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Police have seized illegal bird trapping equipment after carrying out a raid at an address in Wolverhampton.
West Midlands Police said officers supported a joint agency warrant in relation to a wildlife crime investigation on Wednesday, attending an address on Stowheath Lane, Bilston.
No arrests were made but some illegal trapping equipment was seized.
The West Midlands Ringing Group, who supported the police with the raid, said a suspect was believed to be catching and selling wild finches.
A spokesperson for the group said: "We were proud to support our local police on a wildlife crime warrant.
"No birds were found, but illegal trapping equipment was seized [including] lime sticks."
Lime sticks, external are covered in an adhesive material.
A spokesperson for West Midlands Police said inquiries were ongoing.
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