A horny stag is trapped inside a park in Croydon and residents have been told to stay away.

Deer in grass

Deer in grass

As mating season gets underway, the sex-crazed deer is on the look-out for a companion.

The animal was first removed by rail workers after almost colliding with a train near East Croydon station.

It's now been locked in the grounds and warning signs have been posted up by the local council.

According to the Daily Mirror newspaper, one sign read: ''A large red deer is loose in the park.

''For your safety and the welfare of the animal do not enter the park nor attempt to get close to the deer. It is a wild animal and should not be approached.

''The deer arrived safely of its own accord and in time will leave safely. We will do all we can to keep him safe.''