POLICE have appealed for witnesses after a dog was shot near a Wiltshire village.

This incident occurred in Fosse Way, Chedglow, near Crudwell, at around 3.50pm on Wednesday, July 19.

The dog suffered two gunshot wounds and needed treatment.

Officers would like to speak to a male, who was described as being a large build with blond hair, who was seen driving a green quadbike in the area at the time of incident.   

If you have any information that could help with police enquiries please contact Malmesbury Police on 101 quoting reference number 54230075997.