Man, 87, to appear in court following investigation into birds of prey poisoning

Man, 87, to appear in court following investigation into birds of prey poisoning

An 87-year-old man is facing 11 charges relating to storing chemicals and using traps.

87-year old man due in court on 11 charges relating to alleged raptor persecution in Lincolnshire

Photo: Ruth Tingay Statement from Lincolnshire Police (18 April 2025) SUMMONS TO COURT FOR BIRD OF PREY OFFENCES Brian Chorlton, aged 87, of Morkery Lane, Castle Bytham has been summoned to court following reports that birds of prey were being poisoned in the Castle Bytham area. He faces eleven charges relating to the unapproved or unlawful storage of the chemical Aldicarb, possession of a poisoners kit, possession and use of four pole traps. He…