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Man Pleads Guilty to Harassing Churches with Dead Animals

12/15/2025

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Benjamin Lewis pleaded guilty to seven offences involving dead deer and lambs placed at churches in the New Forest, Hampshire.
He admitted to five counts of religiously aggravated harassment and two counts of theft.
The incidents occurred between February and April, causing distress in the Totton community.
Local police have increased patrols in response.
Historical links to witchcraft, highlighted by former police officer Chris White, prompted speculation about motives.

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Story summary

Benjamin Lewis pleaded guilty to seven offences involving dead deer and lambs placed at churches in the New Forest, Hampshire.
He admitted to five counts of religiously aggravated harassment and two counts of theft.
The incidents occurred between February and April, causing distress in the Totton community.
Local police have increased patrols in response.
Historical links to witchcraft, highlighted by former police officer Chris White, prompted speculation about motives.