Alabama Authorities Probe Horse Attacks

Law enforcement authorities in Clarke County, Ala., are seeking those responsible for using a pitchfork to
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Law enforcement authorities in Clarke County, Ala., are seeking those responsible for using a pitchfork to attack four horses residing in a pasture in McVey.

Clarke County Sheriff’s Department Chief Investigator Ron Baggette said the horses’ owner reported finding the wounded animals on Wednesday. All the horses sustained puncture wounds.

"The owner said one of the horses is now blind," Baggette said.

All four horses are under veterinary care for their wounds. The animals have been relocated from the pasture where the attack occurred, Baggette said

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Pat Raia is a veteran journalist who enjoys covering equine welfare, industry, and news. In her spare time, she enjoys riding her Tennessee Walking Horse, Sonny.

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