Horses Fatally Shot in Wabaunsee County Over Weekend
In a tragic incident over the weekend, two horses were shot and killed in Wabaunsee County, Kansas. The Wabaunsee County Sheriff, Eric Kirsch, announced the news on Monday, expressing his deep anguish over the event. The shooting took place near the intersection of Bradford and Mission Valley roads, northeast of Eskridge, during the early hours of Saturday.
Details of the Incident
The horses, which provided therapeutic support for veterans and first responders suffering from Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), were targeted by an unknown assailant. Sheriff Kirsch described the event as a “reprehensible atrocity against these beautiful, innocent, and defenseless animals.”
Investigation Underway
The investigation is being treated with utmost seriousness. “We are devoting the full might of our investigative resources towards the relentless pursuit and capture of the perpetrators,” Kirsch stated. In a post on the Wabaunsee County Sheriff’s Office Facebook page, he emphasized the moral obligation to safeguard all living beings.
- Incident Date: Overnight from Friday to Saturday
- Location: Northeast of Eskridge, Kansas
- Victims: Two horses used for therapy
- Investigation: Ongoing, with a $500 reward offered
Community Response
The horses were transported to Kansas State University for forensic examination. Sheriff Kirsch declared, “An attack on one of us is an attack on all of us.” He condemned the act and promised that the perpetrators would face justice.
For anyone with information related to the case, please contact the Wabaunsee County Sheriff’s Office at 785-765-3323. This tragic event has left the community in shock, as they mourn the loss of the horses who played a vital role in the lives of many.
