A cockerel owned by Derek Bower caused significant disturbances in New Tupton, Derbyshire, crowing 76 times in just under an hour. Despite a noise abatement order and warnings from authorities, Bower did not adequately address the complaints from neighbors. After ignoring regulations, the case escalated to Derby Magistrates' Court where he was fined a total of over 3,000, including fines and victim surcharges. This situation illustrates the balance between pet ownership rights and community peace, emphasizing the need for responsible pet management.
A pet owner in North East Derbyshire was fined over 3,000 for his noisy cockerel after failing to resolve noise complaints from neighbors.
Derek Bower's cockerel was found to crow excessively, prompting a noise abatement order and subsequent court actions due to non-compliance.
Officials recorded 76 crows in 50 minutes from the cockerel, leading to significant fines and legal actions against the pet owner.
The council had previously warned the owner about the noise issue, but after lack of response, the case escalated to court.
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