TWO female yobs reportedly shouted "kick it drop it, kick the spikey f**k" as they allegedly attacked a hedgehog.

West Yorkshire Police's Wildlife & Rural Crime Team posted an appeal on its Facebook page this morning, after the death of a hedgehog last Friday (September 10).

Two females were reportedly seen at about 11pm on a ginnel off Westfield Street, in Heckmondwike, kicking at a hedgehog.

It is alleged they shouted "kick it drop it, kick the spikey f**ck", as the suspected attack was underway.

A vet tried to save the animal, but unfortunately the hedgehog died.

Police would like to speak to anyone with any information, or who saw the incident.

If you can help, you should ring the team on 101, or using the contact options on the West Yorkshire Police website.

You should quote crime reference number: 13210467142.