We covered the story of Chris’s escape a few weeks ago, and we’re sorry (but not entirely surprised) to report that the feathery fugitive has met its end.

Chris was spotted by deer manager Stuart Howe, and was killed by a single shot to the head.

Speaking to The Telegraph, Mr Howe explained that Chris had not suffered, and that the police had wanted Chris dispatched in case the runaway bird caused a car accident.

When asked what would happen to the bird’s remains, Mr Howe suggested that they would be made into gourmet sausages.

Inspector Paul David of Hertfordshire police said: “I am amazed it survived this long to be honest; it would have been a real problem if it had wandered into the road and posed a traffic hazard.”

Chris’s owner has been notified of her pet’s demise.

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