Dead fox found in road in suspicious circumstances

The fox was found in the middle of the road with a white cable tied around her back legs

The death of a fox has been branded "suspicious" by the RSPCA after she was found in the road with severe head trauma and a white cable tied around her back legs.

A member of the public found the fox at the junction of Taylor Avenue in Chelmsford.

Witnesses have been urged to come forward to help the RSPCA with its inquiries.

Animal rescue officer Natalie Read said: "It must have been really upsetting to find the fox in these circumstances – and we are grateful to the member of the public who reported this to us."

The fox was found with blood coming out of her nose and ears.

"Heartbreakingly, a witness told us that a fox cub had been seen near the body, howling," Ms Read said.

"I have visited the location and spoken to some local residents, but I would be keen to speak to anyone who might have any information as to what may have happened to this fox."