Peel Region police is investigating after finding several illegal animal traps in Mississauga.

Police say between March 27 and March 30, 11 snare traps were found around Hewick Meadows Park near 4415 Mississauga Rd., just northwest of Highway 403.

The traps are described as “spring snares” and are constructed of thin wire that could be difficult to see, according to a news release.

“The wire snares are illegal to set, and pose a danger to both, children and adults, as well as domestic animals and wildlife,” police say.

No injuries have been reported as of Monday morning.

Ilya Bañares is a breaking news reporter, working out of the Star's radio room in Toronto. Follow him on Twitter: @ilyaoverseas

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