POLICE have launched an investigation after hedgehog was hit and kicked to death in Andover this week.

Three males were seen physically abusing the animal in Galahad Close, Andover, on Tuesday, August 22 at around 8pm.

The trio were seen kicking a hedgehog and hitting it with a metal pole.

The hedgehog died.

Anyone with information about those responsible should contact police on 101, quoting 44170328398.