Pair arrested for allegedly disturbing golden eagle's nest in Strathspey

Two men have been arrested following a report of an eagle’s nest being disturbed in the Strathspey area.

Police Scotland said that their officers received information of activity on March 23 that could be detrimental to the breeding eagles

A force spokesperson said: "Enquiries were carried out and a 28-year-old man was arrested and charged in connection with the incident.

"A 33-year-old man was also arrested and reported to the Procurator Fiscal."

Wildlife crime officer Police Constable Jon Clarke said: “Police Scotland takes all wildlife crime seriously and reports made to us will always be investigated."

Anyone with information should contact us on 101 or make a call anonymously to the charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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