Rescue Ref No: 1209021800 Swans from Springfield Road Belfast

These swans were attacked by stone throwing youths on the Springfield Road, Belfast. The attack lasted for over four days and although other agencies were informed Wildlife Rescue-NI acted as soon as it was brought to our attention. Unfortunately the mother died soon after her rescue but the two young signets are now living happily on a private lake and Dad took to the skies.
Swans before the attack on the reservoir.
Bullied off into this culvert of dirty water.
Mum outside taking the brunt off the attacks.
Mum just about done.
Blue Watch and appliance, Springfield Road Fire Station, turning up for the start of the rescue.
Ironically the kids viewing the rescue are probably some of those which attacked them.
Signets safe at last in Glenburn Veterinary Clinic. Treated with antibiotics and some food and the first safe nights rest they have had in some time.
Dad safe and sound after some initial first aid and injections but needing treatment to his lower back and wings for some horrible injuries, sustained from the attacks.
Mum being checked by vet Alan Gordon.
One of the injuries Mum sustained.
This is only one of the multiple injuries Mum sustained.