A donkey has tragically been killed in what has been described as a ‘tragic accident’ at the Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary.
The incident occurred during the early hours of Sunday morning in which Lewi, who arrived at the sanctuary in February 2021, is said to have become entangled by the collar in the latch of a gate.
By the time the situation was realised, it was too late.
Lewi was transferred to the sanctuary last year alongside 3 other girl donkeys when their owner’s personal circumstances changed.
A spokesperson for the Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary has said:
“Everybody at the sanctuary is shocked and devastated by the incident. Our donkeys have been wearing collars since 2013 and this is the first time anything like this has happened. It is a terrible tragedy, and we are determined to make sure it can’t ever happen again.
“In response to this accident, we have temporarily removed collars from all of the donkeys. We have identified additional safety measures that we can make to the collars, and they will be thoroughly tested until we are completely confident that this kind of incident can never happen again. Similarly, as part of our ongoing investigation, we are checking all of the latches on all of the gates across the farm.
“Words cannot explain the shock and distress that the team are feeling at the present time, especially after a difficult few weeks having lost 3 donkeys through natural causes.
Article continues below this advertisement “We are very open with the public about everything we do here, and we will keep people informed about the steps we are taking, to ensure that nothing like this can ever happen again”.
poor donkey maybe they should keep eyes on all donkeys
It’s difficult when they are in different fields etc but I understand your empathy and where you’re coming from and am disappointed that the thumbs down nay sayers are too blinkered by their own short sightedness to criticise you!
cyclists at it again
What have cyclists got to do with this sad incident?
Lol, brilliant, obviously unappreciated by the humourless plebs;)!
More elderly donkeys will be along soon.
My heart weeps to see that 35 assumedly adult people thought you were serious, Theo. And to think they -again assumedly- have the vote and presume to air their opinions about anything that requires a moment thought and a scintilla of perception.
I’m a bit puzzled Theo, I can’t see a link between the sad demise of a much loved Donkey and cyclists? can you explain please.
Totally agree with you TheNosey well said
Omg so so sad poor animal
Sounds suspicious, I suspect an insurance job!
Poor Lewi. XX
The staff do a great job, if you can’t say anything nice, STFU. Without the sanctuary where do you think the donkeys would be? Keep up the good work and ignore these stupid comments. XX
Such a heartbreaking, upsetting accident. I agree with everything you said.
Terribly sad. Poor animal. At least they are having a full review.
So sad but it can happen same with cats and horses i think there are quick release ones you can get . Xx