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County judge says state statute limits ability to authorize rescues of feral horses; court hears residents’ concerns
Summary
Residents raised concerns about feral horses; Pike County Judge Jones explained the statute’s requirements — including contracting with a veterinarian — and said he will not sign orders allowing removal without compliance and an agreed payment arrangement.
Residents pressed the fiscal court about what they described as a growing feral-horse problem in multiple parts of Pike County. The court heard extended public comment and Judge Jones responded at length about legal and practical limits on county action.
A resident described concerns about wild horses left on strip jobs and other locations, saying the animals are multiplying and that residents fear they may be taken to slaughter or otherwise…
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