Twelve-year-old Henry Gill spotted the stricken bird on Wednesday afternoon while walking with his father, Mike, at Pretty Corner Woods near Sheringham.

Mr Gill took photos and posted them on a local Facebook group, writing: "Not very nice pics but didn't know where else to report.

The owl was spotted hanging from a branch above the pond (Image: Mike Gill) "There is a small owl tangled on fishing line across the lake up Pretty Corner.

"Unfortunately, it's already passed away."

His post sparked anger online, with locals demanding greater........

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