- A dead horse was found tied to a tree with its legs bound together in Denford
- The black and white cob was seen by passersby who called the authorities
- PC David Burleigh speculated that the horse may have died elsewhere and then been dragged, as its legs had been tied together
A dead horse was found tied to a tree and its legs bound together, with police speculating it may have been dragged there.
The black and white cob was seen by passersby, who called the authorities about abandoned animal in Denford, Berkshire, last month.
Thames Valley Police arrived at the scene and covered the horse with a canvas, so that the upsetting sight could not be glimpsed by children.
A black and white cob was found dead and tied to a tree in Denford, Berkshire, last month after being spotted by passersby
It is not known whether the horse was dead or alive when it was left attached to the tree.
PC David Burleigh speculated that the horse may have died elsewhere, and then been dragged as its legs had been tied together.
Police were unable to find a microchip on the horse, found close to Hungerford on February 18.
PC David Burleigh, of Thames Valley Police, speculated that the horse may have died elsewhere and then been dragged to the tree where it was tied
In the UK, it is estimated that 7,000 horses are at risk of suffering because of neglect or abuse.
PC Burleigh appealed for anyone who has information to contact Thames Valley Poilice via the 101 number and quote the reference number 43180052598, or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
Thames Valley Police have been contacted for further comment.