Farmer killed by own bull

A farmer has been trampled and killed by his own bull in Hampshire. Named locally as Ian Rook, the 58-year-old man is said to have been “tossed into the air” after being charged by the animal at Manor Farm, Clanfield.

He was taken to hospital by ambulance but later died.

NFU regional director William White told the BBC Mr Rook was a “super chap” and played a major part in farming in the area.

“It is very rare for a bull to attack a farmer and I must admit I do not know what happened, but an investigation is taking place which will hopefully give some answers.

Mr White added: “He has been involved in the industry for many years and was county chairman for the NFU, a real stalwart.”

A post-mortem is due to take place today (29 November). The incident comes two weeks after a man was killed by a charging bull in Nottinghamshire.

Roger Freeman, 63, and his wife, Lucy Glenis Freeman, were attacked by the animal as they walked through a field of livestock.