Mutilated animal remains found in Fremont determined to be sheep
Briefly

Authorities identified two mutilated sheep found at the Centerville Train Station in Fremont as Dorper sheep. The investigation revealed no evidence of a crime or ritualistic activity, prompting police to suspend the case. DNA testing confirmed the species, with further analysis conducted by a forensic veterinarian. The remains were discovered near an Amtrak station, raising questions about ownership and the circumstances of their deaths. The police urged anyone with information to come forward, emphasizing the community's role in resolving such incidents.
The unfortunate discovery and initial investigation by police revealed no evidence of wrongdoing, leading to the suspension of the case without determining how the sheep were killed.
Dorper sheep, known for their hardiness, were identified by a forensic veterinarian after initial attempts to determine the species were inconclusive, highlighting the complex process involved in such investigations.
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