SOMERSET SABS ATTACKED

Hunt monitors from the South West sabs group were attacked by a violent mob last week, and had their cameras forcibly stolen. The sabs had been standing on a public footpath, monitoring a hunt taking place on the Mendips at Ston Easton and Emborough.

According to a spokesperson for the sabs, around a dozen men pulled up in vehicles with number plates obscured by mud. The men then launched their assault, shouting “get the cameras”. Several people were punched in the face and one man had his leg repeatedly stamped on.

The attack continued until the men had their hands on three video and one stills camera. After a complaint made by the sabs, local plod is now investigating – no doubt releasing all their detective bloodhounds in efforts to track down the culprits.

* See www.huntsabs.org.uk