Dozens of Dead and Dying Horses Found on Mason Co. Farm

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Posted: 4:33 PM Apr 29, 2008
Last Updated: 4:33 PM Apr 29, 2008

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Dozens of emaciated horses and horse remains were discovered on a farm in Mason County, Kentucky.

A tip prompted investigators with the nearby Lewis County SPCA to take a closer look at the property.

The horses were found dead or decomposed, stacked on top of each other and dumped in a creek.

Investigators believe they starved to death.

At least 60 more horses are still alive, but many are near death and in need of medical attention and food.

"The remains that we're aware of is approximately 30 in number, including mostly adults and colts, and what we need to do is because some of the bodies are stacked on top of some of the bodies," stated one investigator.

Charges have not yet been filed against the owner of the horses.

Animal cruelty investigators say they hope to work with the owner to nurse his remaining animals back to health.

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Posted by: Cori Location: Snyder on May 7, 2008 at 09:27 AM
I dont understand why they would work with an individual who clearly doesnt have any concern for animals, or life. The horses need to be removed from them, and they need to be arrested and taught that this is NOT OK.

Posted by: brandy Location: glasgow on Apr 29, 2008 at 10:15 PM
needs to b jailed for abusing animals why have them if ya don't want them!!!!

Posted by: mary Location: edmonson county on Apr 29, 2008 at 09:29 PM
i would like to know how to contact these people because i know where some neglected horses are and i'm not sure who to contact

Posted by: christina Location: glasgow on Apr 29, 2008 at 07:07 PM
that is sad i will save you horses

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