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Police Target Badger Crime and Quad Bike Mayhem

Episode 13 of 15

The RNLI and coastguard launch an operation to rescue sheep stranded by the tide, and police target badger and off-road riding crime.

In Northern Ireland, farmer Mark Mahon is in despair as 12 of his sheep become stranded on rocks in Strangford Lough, one of the most dangerous tidal waters in the UK. With the tide rising fast and strong currents closing in, the RNLI and coastguard launch their most challenging rescue operation to date.

In North Wales, a wildlife photographer captures evidence of a badger sett under attack. Quick thinking sets off an RSPCA and police investigation that uncovers a serious case of wildlife crime.

And in South Yorkshire, reporter Paul Colgan joins the police Quad Squad as they tackle illegal off-road riding and the growing damage it causes to rural communities.

28 minutes

Credits

Role Contributor
Producer Richard Weller
Director Richard Weller
Executive Producer Tracie O’Neill

Broadcasts

  • Fri 20 Feb 2026 20:30
  • Tue 24 Feb 2026 22:00
  • Wed 15 Apr 2026 10:45
  • Tue 30 Jun 2026 07:30