POLICE say a boy has been arrested after an incident of animal cruelty.

The 11-year-old has been released on bail with conditions after the alleged incident in Ulverston.

Cumbria Police said inquiries were ongoing. 

A force spokesman said: "Police can confirm an 11-year-old boy has been arrested following an incident involving animal cruelty in Ulverston reported last week.

"He has been released on police bail with conditions pending further inquiries.

"If you have any relevant information in relation to the incident you can report online at https://orlo.uk/P9Zfn quoting log number 39 of 23 July 2024.

"You can also call 101."