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Avon Vale Hunt at Lacock: Men in court

Wiltshire Police

Thursday, 7 April 2022

Avon Vale Hunt at Lacock: Men in court

Three men have pleaded guilty to threatening and abusive behaviour in a brawl at the Avon Vale Hunt in Lacock on December 27.

County Durham firefighters rescue horse from beck

Durham Constabulary

Tuesday, 5 April 2022

County Durham firefighters rescue horse from beck

Two fire crews were dispatched to the scene at Wingate, east Durham, where they used a sling to prevent him becoming more submerged, before pulling him out using straps and an animal harness.

Tiverton Town Council rejects motion about Tiverton Hunt

Devon & Cornwall Police

Friday, 1 April 2022

Tiverton Town Council rejects motion about Tiverton Hunt

The result has delighted rural campaigners, who had urged local councillors to back the local rural community ahead of the vote which took place at New Hall on Monday (March 28).

"Suspicious" vans seen at Wrexham livery yard

Wales - North Wales Police

Wednesday, 30 March 2022

"Suspicious" vans seen at Wrexham livery yard

North Wales Police confirmed it has had information on two vehicles seen entering the site, in the Cefn Mawr area, over the past few days.

RSPCA Appeal to find owners of Shetland ponies

Dorset Police

Tuesday, 29 March 2022

RSPCA Appeal to find owners of Shetland ponies

We're investigating after taking two Shetland ponies - one with seriously overgrown hooves - into care.

New Nottinghamshire Police HorseWatch lead to takes the reins on equine crime

Nottinghamshire Police

Wednesday, 23 March 2022

New Nottinghamshire Police HorseWatch lead to takes the reins on equine crime

Police Constable Katherine Harvey has recently been chosen to lead Nottinghamshire Police’s HorseWatch scheme and will be working closely with the equestrian community to identify and resolve a variety of issues.

Five horses killed in suspected arson attack at St Helens stables

Merseyside Police

Tuesday, 22 March 2022

Five horses killed in suspected arson attack at St Helens stables

After the fire was put out almost two hours later, the remains of five horses were found.

Do You Recognise This Man?

North Yorkshire Police

Monday, 21 March 2022

Do You Recognise This Man?

North Yorkshire Police are appealing for help to identify a suspect who is alleged to have withdrawn hundreds of pounds using stolen bank cards.

Petition plea for farmer charged over River Lugg works

West Mercia Police

Saturday, 19 March 2022

Petition plea for farmer charged over River Lugg works

An online petition has been launched urging support for a Herefordshire farmer who carried out river works along the protected River Lugg.

Hunt member who hit protester with riding crop fined

Northamptonshire Police

Thursday, 17 March 2022

Hunt member who hit protester with riding crop fined

Northamptonshire Police said Mark Ferguson was on a hunt in a field in Clipston Road, Market Harborough, on 19 October 2019 when his group became involved in a row with activists.

Safety of horse riders on the agenda in West Mercia

West Mercia Police

Wednesday, 16 March 2022

Safety of horse riders on the agenda in West Mercia

High-vis vests are being supplied to a number of stables where riders use the local roads to help raise awareness of the issue of close passes and also promote the Operation Snap initiative.

Appeal after equine tack theft in Newport

Wales - Gwent Police

Wednesday, 16 March 2022

Appeal after equine tack theft in Newport

Equine tack and tools, worth £20,000, were taken from a stable in Penhow, Newport on Wednesday 2 March between midnight and 5am.

One man arrested following the death of a horse

Gloucestershire Constabulary

Thursday, 10 March 2022

One man arrested following the death of a horse

A man has been arrested in connection with a collision in Newent on Monday (7 March) which resulted in the death of a horse.

Safety of horse riders on the agenda in West Mercia

West Mercia Police

Thursday, 10 March 2022

Safety of horse riders on the agenda in West Mercia

Horse riders have the same right to be on the road as motorists, cyclists or any other user group and using the roads is sometimes a necessity for many horse riders. Horses can be unpredictable and sensitive to sounds or sudden movement so motorists need to ensure they pass slowly and quietly and give at least 2 metres passing distance.

Appeal after horse is euthanised following collision in Forest of Dean

Gloucestershire Constabulary

Wednesday, 9 March 2022

Appeal after horse is euthanised following collision in Forest of Dean

Officers are appealing for witnesses and information in relation to a collision in Newent yesterday, Monday 7 March, which involved a vehicle and a horse.

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