Three young female goats, aged four to five months, were taken from Honeycomb Farm in Hailsham sometime on Sunday night, deeply affecting owner Paul Koc and his six-year-old daughter Rae.
Paul Koc, along with his wife Antonia, owns the farm and has appealed on social media to make the goats “too hot to handle,” hoping for their safe return. The goats—Jasmine, Primrose, and Poppy—were taken after their secure enclosure was forcibly opened.
“These goats are particularly dear to us, especially to our daughter Rae, who has cared for them since birth,” Paul Koc expressed. “Jasmine, in particular, was bottle-fed by Rae after being rejected by her mother, making their bond even stronger. We are devastated by their disappearance and just want them back safely.”
The farm has reached out on Facebook, urging anyone who might have seen the goats or come across them for sale to get in touch. They describe the goats as friendly and distinctive due to their small size and unique colors.
Honeycomb Farm has been a cherished space for the family for about five years, providing a safe environment for their daughter to learn about animal care amidst other features like chicken coops, duck pens, an orchard, and an allotment.
Sussex Police are investigating the theft, which was reported between June 30 and July 1. The Rural Crime Team is handling the case, and anyone with information or relevant footage is encouraged to contact the police, quoting serial number 300 of 01/07.
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