Matthew Register, a farmer from the UK, has become increasingly frustrated with a group of hare coursers who continue to use his land for their illicit activities. The 198th incident was reported to the police just a few days ago, bringing the total number of calls to the police since July to an astonishing 198.
Mr Register, who has been a victim of these repeated incidents, claims that the group of individuals have been using his land to pursue their hobby of hare coursing, which involves chasing hares with dogs. The practice is widely considered to be cruel and is banned in many parts of the country.
The repeated incidents have left Mr Register feeling terrorised and financially strapped. He has reportedly lost thousands of pounds due to the damage caused by the hare coursers, who have destroyed his crops and equipment. The farmer has also expressed concerns for his safety, citing the machete-wielding individuals who have been involved in some of the incidents.
The police have been working to tackle the issue, but it remains a challenge for the authorities. The repeated incidents have put a strain on local resources, and the police are under pressure to prevent further incidents. In a statement, the police said they were taking the matter seriously and were working to identify those responsible.
The incident has sparked concerns about the effectiveness of current laws and regulations in preventing hare coursing. Animal welfare organisations have called for stricter laws to prevent the practice, which they claim is a form of animal cruelty.