Seagull kicked into the air in ‘horrific’ attack in Bristol

Image issued of man the RSPCA would like to identify in connection to seagull attack on Bristol Bridge

A man was caught on CCTV allegedly kicking a seagull into the air in a ‘horrific’ attack in Bristol.

The incident happened on Bristol Bridge in the city centre on September 20 at 10.28am.

CCTV footage has been obtained by the RSPCA, which has since released a still in the hope of identifying the individual involved.

RSPCA inspector Dan Hatfield said: “The CCTV footage shows this man deliberately kicking this gull as he passed it on Bristol Bridge in an unnecessary and horrific attack on a defenceless animal.

“There is no justification for this level of cruelty towards this bird, which is protected, as all British birds are, by the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981.

“We’re appealing for any information to try and find out who this man is.”

The man was wearing jeans and a grey top with a white logo, pale coloured boots or trainers.

The RSPCA said a member of the public reported the incident and stayed with the gull until animal rescuers arrived.

The bird has since been treated and released back into the wild.

Anyone who saw the incident or has information should contact the RSPCA on 0300 123 8018.