Three men have been arrested after a fox was killed by a pack of hounds in a private garden in Norfolk.

The incident, which was captured on CCTV by the homeowners, happened in Hingham on Monday, February 20, at about 3.30pm.

A group of dogs had chased a fox into a garden before killing the mammal, leaving blood and guts strewn across the patio.

Eastern Daily Press: A fox ran into a private garden while being chased by a pack of hunting hounds before being killed by themA fox ran into a private garden while being chased by a pack of hunting hounds before being killed by them (Image: Submitted)

Two men aged in their 20s from the Swaffham area have been arrested on suspicion of hunting a wild mammal with dogs, criminal damage and having a dog dangerously out of control.

A third man, in his 60s and from Beccles, has been arrested on suspicion of hunting a wild mammal with dogs and having a dog dangerously out of control.

Further enquiries are also being conducted as a result of an earlier incident this month in Tittleshall.

All three men have been taken to Wymondham Police Station for questioning and remain in custody. 

Any witnesses or anyone with information should contact Norfolk Constabulary on 101 or email OperationRandall@norfolk.police.uk.

Alternatively, witnesses can contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.