Appeal for information following death of kangaroo

Whittlesea council is appealing for information after a kangaroo was killed in South Morang.

Whittlesea council is appealing for information after a kangaroo was allegedly killed by a Rottweiler in South Morang earlier this month.

A post on the Lost animals in the City of Whittlesea Facebook page – which is managed by the council – said the incident happened on Wednesday, February 2, in South Morang.

The post said about 6pm, a man was walking a Rottweiler that chased a kangaroo along Great Eastern Way and onto Findon Road. The dog then and allegedly killed the kangaroo

“If residents have any information about this alleged incident or witness any other incidents, please contact the City of Whittlesea.

“Please be advised that dogs must be on lead unless in a designated area.”

Witness should contact animal.management@whittlesea.vic.gov.au, the Lost animals in the City of Whittlesea Facebook page or 9217 2170.