Hundreds of dead sheep discovered in Magdeburg - investigations run!

In Magdeburg, around 400 dead sheep were discovered on a property in the east of the city on Sunday. The animals had died or were in poor health, which led to an immediate use of the authorities. According to the social deputy Magdeburg, Ingo Gottschalk, there has been several contact between the municipal authorities and the sheep holder in the past.

The investigation is directed against a 62-year-old woman from Gommern in Jerichower Land. Until recently, this had a dike maintenance contract with the state company for flood protection and water management Saxony-Anhalt (LHW). On December 13, 2024, the operating license was withdrawn after a ban on posture and care was issued. The Deich Care Proof Treaty was also terminated on December 20, since the necessary reliability and expertise of the woman could no longer be assumed.

Investigations and animal takeover

The cause of the death of the sheep has not yet been determined and the police have started investigations. There are representatives of the health and veterinary office on site who will take care of the disposal of the dead animals. The condition of the predominantly living animals, which were led to a total of around 600, was also assessed as critical. The veterinary office has taken over these animals and ensures their supply of water and hay.

of the 14 dogs that were also found on the property were brought to the shelter, while a dog had to be shot due to aggressive behavior. Residents had alerted the police after sheep were broken down. During the police operation, the owner tried to disturb it, which led to an advertisement.

The authorities point out that there have already been several indications of citizens as a sheep holder in the past who came into focus on the investigation due to the animal welfare law, but no general posture was given in the city of Magdeburg, as mdr reported. Also n-tv informed about the background and the ongoing investigation into this incident.