The body of a puppy "covered in red marks" on their back has been found wrapped in a sheet in a popular Crewe park, the RSPCA have reported.

On Thursday 6 July, a member of the public made the heartbreaking discovery at Queens Park, immediately contacting the RSPCA.

Enquiries have not been able to ascertain what happened to the puppy, with the animal charity hoping someone will come forward with information.

The puppy, which looks to be a small bulldog breed, was found wrapped in a white sheetand covered in red marks (RSPCA).

RSPCA inspector, Caren Goodman-James, said: "This is such an upsetting situation.

"The puppy, which looks to be a small bulldog breed, was found wrapped in a white sheet and, upon examination, was found to be covered in red marks.

"We can't rule out anything suspicious as sadly someone may have intentionally harmed this puppy.

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"We are keen to hear from anyone who knows anything at all about this and urge them to get in touch with us in complete confidence."

The RSPCA has recently launched its Cancel Out Cruelty campaign, with reports showing animal cruelty surges during the summer months.

The RSPCA is hoping someone will come forward with information about the Queens Park incident (Nub News).

In Cheshire alone there were 238 reports of intentional harm against animals made to the RSPCA last year compared to 202 in 2021 - an increase of 17%.

Anyone with information should contact the RSPCA's appeals line on 0300 123 8018, quoting reference 01109116.

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