Police are investigating an incident on a farm near to Ivinghoe Beacon which is believed to have occurred on the morning of the 5th September.
A local farmer discovered that one of their ewes had been shot by a crossbow and the bolt was still embedded in her neck.
Luckily vets attended and saved her life; however the incident was shocking for everyone involved.
Police have seized the crossbow bolt and are in the process of examining it forensically.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Thames Valley Police on 101 or through the Thames Valley Police website, quoting reference: 43230397965.
Alternatively you can contact CrimeStoppers anonymously on 0800 555111.