Appeal after horse tied to metal fence was found dead in Yeovil

AN APPEAL has been launched after a horse which was tied to a metal fence was found dead by the RSPCA and police in Yeovil.

Avon and Somerset Police were called to reports that a horse had been shot dead in an area of land off Lyde Road on Saturday morning (March 16).

The Shetland Pony was found tied to a metal fence and had a blood wound to its head

Investigations from police and the RSPCA suggest the horse may have been struck to the head with a blunt item.

Police are treating the incident as criminal damage.

A spokesman for Avon and Somerset Police, said: "We are appealing for anyone who was in the area between midnight and mid-morning yesterday (Saturday), who may have seen anyone acting suspiciously.

"A passing car driver, early morning dog walker, someone driving into work or finishing a late night shift may have information to help our enquiries.

"We would also be interested in hearing from members of the public who saw anyone in the area acting suspiciously over the few days/nights before the incident took place.

"We have notified the RSPCA and our enquiries into the incident are continuing."

Anyone with any information is asking to contact us, quoting reference 5219057043