A farmer has shot two dogs which escaped from a yard and attacked his flock of sheep.

The incident took place in Kennet village in Clackmannanshire on Monday night.

Police Scotland said six sheep were attacked by the dogs. All six were left severely injured and had to be put down.

The force said the farmer was legally allowed to shoot the dogs to protect his sheep, saying he had to act quickly to try and save them.

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Officers reminded dog owners it was their responsibility to ensure their animals were kept under control and not allowed to roam near livestock.

A 54-year-old man was the subject of a report to the procurator fiscal over the incident.