Police hunt for 2 lynx amid fears of ‘unlawful launch’ in UK | UK | News | EUROtoday

Two lynx are roaming free within the UK countryside after a suspected “illegal release” incident. On Wednesday night, the Cairngorms National Park Authority (CNPA) alerted the general public that the felines have been free on its land.

The CNPA is actively collaborating with Police Scotland to uncover the circumstances surrounding the incident whereas reassuring residents that the shy nature of those massive cats interprets to a “low risk” for individuals. A CNPA spokesperson supplied perception: “The park authority have been notified about a suspected illegal release of two lynx in the Cairngorms National Park.

“Police Scotland have been knowledgeable and are working intently with companions (together with the Park Authority) to ascertain the total image and take acceptable motion.” They also expressed disapproval over the release: “We condemn the unlawful launch of untamed animals within the strongest attainable phrases and we’re additionally involved for the welfare of the lynx which have been launched.”

Advice was offered to anyone who might encounter a lynx: “Whilst they’re shy animals and low danger to people, we might ask anybody who does spot a lynx to not strategy nor to attend the realm.”

As the police investigation continues, the CNPA has refrained from further comments. In support, the Highland Wildlife Park is aiding in the search effort, reinforcing the CNPA’s message for the public to keep their distance if they see the creatures.

A spokesperson for the park underscored their involvement, stating: “We have been notified concerning the suspected unlawful launch of two lynx within the Cairngorms National Park. Although these will not be our lynx, we’re working intently with Police Scotland and companions to soundly retrieve the animals. Whilst lynx current a low danger to people we might ask anybody who does spot them to not strategy nor to attend the realm.”

On X, Police Scotland confirmed they are investigating the incident and call on public assistance. A spokesperson stated: “Two lynx have been noticed within the Drumguish space close to to Kingussie. Specially skilled employees from Highland Wildlife Park are aiding officers within the search. Do not strategy the lynx or attend the realm, however as an alternative name police through 101. Quote inc no 2179/08/01/25 when calling.”