The police have released a picture of a couple they would like to speak to after reports of sheep worrying.
Derbyshire police rural crime have released the follows reports of a dog chasing sheep in Shardlow.
The incident is alleged to have happened at around 2pm on Monday, April 30. A Dalmatian dog was seen to be chasing sheep in a field just off London Road.
The police said the sheep became "very distressed" after apparently being chased down the field by a Dalmatian type dog.
PCSO Kerry Wallington-Waite, who is a member of the team said: “We would like to speak to the couple in the photo about the incident and so would ask anyone who thinks they know who they are to make contact with me.
“Dog walkers need to be careful when they are walking their pets in such locations, whilst it is very tempting to let dogs off their leads their natural instincts can be to chase sheep.
“This can be dangerous for the sheep and affects the livelihood of the farmers.
PCSO Wallington-Waite added: “It is a criminal offence for the keeper or owner of the dog to allow it to worry livestock and are liable for any damage caused, so we would urge dog walkers to keep the pet on a lead when walking in such areas. "
If you recognise the couple in the photo please contact PCSO Wallington-Waite on 101 quoting reference number 18*204114.
