Three cows die after 'eating fly-tipped waste' in Conwy

The three young Friesians (not pictured) were part of a group of dairy cows

Three young cows died after eating poisonous tree cuttings dumped in a Conwy farmer's field, North Wales Police has said.

The Friesians, aged 16 months, were found dead in Dolwen, near Old Colwyn, on Friday after eating clippings from yew and leylandii trees.

Sgt Rob Taylor, of the rural crime team, said a post-mortem examination showed plant toxins were to blame.

He said the force was investigating the "atrocious" act of fly-tipping.

"I'm appalled that the selfish action of someone dumping their waste has killed three animals. We are investigating and will analyse CCTV," he added.

He urged anyone with information to call 101.