A woman who had a ‘distinguished’ career in British intelligence was spared a prison sentence today after her two dogs killed 35 sheep and injured 14 others.
Linda Lawrence, 66, was said to be unable to control her ‘large and powerful’ German Shepherds which went on a killing spree after escaping from her home.
Ipswich Crown Court heard how farmer Tom Biela was taking civil action against her and seeking up to £136,000 for the damage to his flock and future losses.
Lawrence had been previously warned by a judge that she faced being jailed after she admitted criminal damage and being in
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