Inmates at a West Australian prison farm caught dining on guinea pigs sourced from animal shelter

Prisoners have been caught dining on guinea pigs they sourced from an animal shelter they worked at on a day release program.

Authorities have now shut down the program while they investigate the incident after a prison officer found guinea pig carcasses in a fridge at Wooroloo Prison Farm, about 57km east of Perth.

The West reported prisoners began slaughtering the animals when they learnt guinea pig meat was tasty, then brought the meat back to prison to cook it.

Premier Roger Cook said he was appalled by potential revelations a pet at an animal refuge was surrendered to become someone’s meal in a prison.

“It sounds like disgusting behaviour,” he said.

“I’m not against eating guinea pigs, I understand in some cultures they are considered a delicacy, but it is inappropriate for pris