A fox was reportedly beaten to death with a stick and boulders by two teenagers in Orpington.

A member of the public witnessed the incident in the Cockmannings Road/Waldens Road area on Monday afternoon, reporting it to SLAIN, an animal charity initially set up to conduct its own investigations into the UK Cat Killer.

The organisation is now appealing for witnesses to come forward, as they seek out the perpetrators.

A spokesperson for SLAIN said: “Me and a fellow rescuer who occasionally volunteers for us went out and were horrified to discover that what the witness had seen was true.

“The fox's body was lying under a boulder which could be seen in the video footage as having being thrown by the male.

“We also recovered a large stick from the scene, which the witness had described being used in the first part of the incident.

“I have seen a lot of horrible incidents involving animals, but this was one of the worst.”

The alleged offenders are thought to be a male and female.

The male is believed to be 14 – 18 years of age, white, with short dark hair and a fringe partially covering his forehead.

He was wearing an Adidas tracksuit - dark blue or black - with white stripes down the side and a dark blue or black coloured puffa style jacket with detachable hood.

The female is thought to be 14 – 17 years of age - white - with dark hair in a ponytail and a middle to side parting.

She was wearing skinny black leggings or jeans, a black top and a dark coloured body warmer over her top.

From their interactions they are believed to be either close friends, family members or a couple.

Anyone with information is urged to contact SLAIN on 07957 830490.

All information will be treated in strictest confidence.