Almost 200 birds seized in Queensland cockfighting raids
Queensland animal welfare officials have seized close to 200 birds during raids on almost a dozen properties allegedly linked to illegal cockfighting in the state.
RSPCA Qld inspectors on Wednesday seized 186 birds and cockfighting paraphernalia as part their ongoing investigation into illegal fights and the import and export of birds.
"We'd urge anyone who has any information to come forward," chief inspector Daniel Young said.
186 birds were seized. Photo: 7 News
A number of tools used by the operators were also seized. Photo: 7 News
RSPCA inspected the entire property and found some books on cockfighting. Photo: 7 News
Prohibited spurs attached to birds during fights were among the items seized during raids on 11 properties in Cairns, Gympie, the Sunshine Coast, north Brisbane, South Brisbane and near Ipswich.
Inspectors are urging anyone with more information to come forward. Photo: 7 News
The birds were allegedly held in captivity. Photo: 7 News
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