Police closing in on wild puma in Antrim

Police in the North believe they have nearly trapped a large puma running wild in Co Antrim.

There have been numerous sightings of the animal and police have seen it themselves within the past few hours in local fields.

They are hoping to catch it before it runs into nearby woodland.

The animal has already killed a 70kg prize ram and there are concerns for the safety of children in the area.

The animal is thought to have been set free by an owner for whom it grew too large.