Fatal Shooting of Horse in Lovely Banks Under Investigation
Police are investigating the fatal shooting of a horse in the Geelong suburb of Lovely Banks last month. The 27-year-old horse, Dane, was a beloved pet and his owner was devastated by his death.
Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the fatal shooting of a horse in the Geelong suburb of Lovely Banks last month.
Dane, the 27-year-old horse, was last seen alive in a paddock off Anakie Road on Wednesday, September 16, and was found collapsed on the property the following morning.
Investigation Underway
"We are not sure at this stage whether someone deliberately killed this horse or whether it was accidentally shot by hunters in the area," Senior Constable Matthew Brock said.
It is believed Dane was shot sometime between 7pm Wednesday and 8am Thursday.
The horse was a beloved pet and his owner, a 28-year-old Corio woman, was devastated.
"We are keen to hear from anyone who may have seen or heard anything unusual in the area, no matter how insignificant they think that information may seem," Senior Constable Brock said.
Anyone who was travelling through the area and has dash cam footage or has any other information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or www.crimestoppersvic.com.au.