AN appeal has been launched after an air gun was reportedly fired at wildlife in Redditch.

The Redditch Safer Neighbourhood Team received reports that the weapon was being used in the area of Willow Way in Batchley.

They tweeted about the reports at 8.30am this morning (Monday, July 19). Police have said that wildlife has been targeted.

A spokesperson from West Mercia Police said: "If you have any information on this please call 101 and quote log 00660_I_15072021."

They also urged people to visit the government website for legislation for the use of air guns.