Wildlife Offence in Coburg - Crime Stoppers Victoria

• The swan was assessed by a vet after the alleged attack and was euthanised due to the extent of its injuries.
• Dogs must be kept on a leash around Coburg Lake. Unleashed dogs can frighten, injure or separate cygnets from their parents, causing distress and harm.
• Dog owners are responsible for the conduct of their dogs at all times and must maintain control of their dogs to prevent them from chasing, attacking, injuring or killing wildlife.

If you witnessed this incident, or have any information about it, please visit Crime Stoppers Victoria or call on 1800 333 000. You can report anonymously.

All wildlife in Victoria is protected under the Wildlife Act 1975. Taking or destroying protected wildlife can attract a penalty of up to $10,175 and/or a term of 6 months imprisonment, with an additional penalty of more than $1018 per animal. Wilfully injuring or disturbing protected wildlife can attract a penalty of up to $4070.

If you need to find help for injured, sick or orphaned wildlife, please call DEECA on 136 186 or use the Help for Injured Wildlife tool to locate and contact wildlife carers and rescue and rehabilitation organisations.