THREE donkeys have died after a crash in the New Forest this morning (Saturday, December 12).

Police were called just after 7am to reports of a collision on Roger Penny Way.

A spokesperson for Hampshire Constabulary said: "We were called just after 7am today, 12 December, to reports of a collision on Roger Penny Way after a vehicle collided with three donkeys.

"Sadly, the donkeys were confirmed deceased on officer arrival. No persons were injured in the collision.

"It is not known at this time where the donkeys came from, or whether they were wild.

"Anyone with information can phone 101 with reference 44200478908."