Teen kills goldfish witnesses

An American teenager killed three goldfish in the house he burgled because he didn't want to "leave any witnesses."

The unnamed 16 year old, who broke into a home in Chicago with two accomplices, told police he decided to poison the fish because they saw them steal electrical equipment, an air gun, jewellery and a safe.

When the residents came home they found hot sauce, mustard, ketchup and spices had been poured into the tank.

Sgt Mike Hernandez told the Daily Herald: "It's a little disturbing. According to the police report, he looked at the fish tank and said, 'We can't leave any witnesses'."

The teenager is charged with burglary and animal cruelty and a 15 year old and 17 year old also face burglary charges.