Authorities have addressed community concerns after reports of "multiple dead animals" in Dukes Lock in the Oxford Canal. 

Members of the public had claimed to have seen dead birds and animals including a hedgehog and fish floating on the surface of the canal. 

They also said they had seen "a lot of" sewage seeping from the Thames through Dukes Cut. 

Authorities from the Canal River Trust confirmed they had found a dead swan on the scene and the animal will be tested for traces of avian flu. 

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No other dead wildlife was discovered when staff attended over the weekend or on Monday, May 13. 

Oxford Mail: Dukes Lock on the Oxford Canal Dukes Lock on the Oxford Canal (Image: Google Maps)The Canal River Trust spokesperson also confirmed that no sewage was visible in the location flagged by the member of the public.  

People are reminded to notify the Environment Agency if concerned about an animal as they are the authority who can properly investigate any incidents.