A police probe is underway after a collection of dead animals was found in a park where a man was seen acting suspiciously with fireworks.

The suspect was spotted in King George VI Memorial Park in Ramsgate, at about 11.30am on Saturday.

According to reports, a pile of deceased creatures was found at the same time the individual was inside the grounds off Montefiore Avenue.

A police spokeswoman said: “We received a report that a man had been seen acting suspiciously with fireworks before leaving the area in King George VI Memorial Park, Ramsgate, at around 11.30am on Saturday October 28.

“Witnesses also reported that a collection of dead animals was found in the park around the same time.

“Local officers are aware and are making further enquiries to establish the circumstances.”

Anyone with information should contact the police on 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously.