Aberystwyth University has launched an investigation after reports of animal cruelty involving rabbits at a halls of residence. The allegations, first highlighted by a student news website, include claims that two rabbits were found dead with their blood smeared on a wall at Pantycelyn halls.
A Student Union staff member, speaking anonymously, told Aber Student Media that porters discovered the dead rabbits. The source also described an incident where a student posted a Facebook picture of himself in a bath with a rabbit corpse, and another where a dead rabbit was found in a washing machine, though it is unclear if it was alive when placed there.
The university expressed deep concern, stating that the alleged harming of animals and destruction of property is wholly unacceptable. A spokesman said: 'Aberystwyth University prides itself on being one of the safest places in the UK to be a student, and this kind of behaviour is exceptionally rare within our community.'
The university is conducting a thorough investigation and is ready to instigate disciplinary proceedings. It has urged anyone with information to come forward. The spokesman added that the university is saddened by the destructive actions and will not comment further.
