The trial of a Scottish gamekeeper accused of a series of alleged wildlife and animal welfare crimes has been adjourned until later this month.
49-year old gamekeeper James Marsh, of Middle Ballewan near Blanefield, Stirling is facing trial for offences alleged to have taken place near Duntreath Castle in April 2012.
We understand the charges include the trapping of a Tawny Owl in a Larsen trap and related welfare offences, and various other charges relating to the possession of a Jay and associated welfare offences.
Marsh denies the charges.
His trial at Stirling Sheriff Court was adjourned in mid-November and will next be heard on 19th December.
Raptor Persecution UK 
Tip of the iceburg!!
Anyone know what happened at the court hearing yesterday ?
[Ed: we’ll be blogging about it soon]
Case continued until 17 February.