The Kelowna RCMP is appealing to the public for information after a dead horse with a gunshot wound was found on Postill Lake Road near the Highlands Trail.
Police were notified by a member of the public on May 3 that several days prior a dead horse had been found in the area.
“This animal was shot, and appeared to be cared for prior to its death. We are attempting to determine if this is a case of illegal dumping of remains, or something of a more serious criminal nature,” says Cpl. Cory Lepine of the RCMP Livestock Section.
“If this is an instance of someone attempting to euthanize an animal, this is not the way to do so, and the body cannot be left on the side of the road.”
The horse was a gelding, and chestnut or sorel in colour. He had three white socks and a small white blaze on the tip of his nose.
Anyone with any information is asked to contact the RCMP Livestock Section at 250-314-1800. Or remain completely anonymous by calling Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or by leaving a tip online.
