AN INVESTIGATION is underway after burglars broke into a home in a country lane in Rubery, and "brutally slaughtered a young calf and sheep, potentially to harvest the meat".

West Mercia Police is appealing for information on the savage attack, which took place at a home on Redhill Lane, between 9pm Sunday, February 11, and 8am Tuesday, February 13.

A spokesman said: "The offender or offenders forced entry to the home, and brutally slaughtered a young calf and sheep, potentially to harvest the meat.

"Anyone with any information about the incident is asked to contact West Mercia Police on 101, quoting incident number 0130S 130218."

Information can also be given anonymously to the Independent Charity, Crimestoppers, by calling 0800 555 111 or by visiting their website, crimestoppers-uk.org.