Dyfed-Powys Police’s Rural Crime Team say they have had an “increased number of calls” about suspected to be hare coursing or lamping rabbits on private land without permission.

Police are urging any land owners that suspect hare coursing is taking place on their land, to report it to the police immediately, as hare coursing is illegal under the Hunting Act 2004.

Any land owners that suspect individuals are using their land to go ‘lamping’, without the landowners permission, should also contact the police.

“We ask that land owners in rural locations please remain vigilant, ensuring to keep gates and access points secured,” a police spokesperson said.

“We would ask members of the public not to approach any individuals that are suspected to be hare coursing or lamping, instead, we ask that you contact the police.”