A fox has been found dead in a residential area of Newham.
The Met Police was called yesterday (Tuesday, June 6) to reports of the fox found dead in an open area in Linton Gardens, Beckton.
A passer-by who spotted the dead animal yesterday said it looked like the fox had been "tortured".
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The RSPCA has been informed, as have the Met's Wildlife Crime Unit.
An RSPCA spokesperson said: "This sounds like a very distressing and concerning incident.
"We are keen to hear from anyone who has first-hand information to call us on 0300 1234 999."
In March, the Recorder reported a string of incidents where foxes were hurt.
Police said a group of men was suspected of catching and torturing foxes in Newham.
At the time, police said the group were believed to regularly go to a wooded area near Kestrel Avenue and Linton Gardens in the early hours.
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