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Animal Services: two horses impounded from Artesian Road ranch; investigation active with DA
Summary
In response to public questions, Animal Services said two horses were impounded in September from the Artesian Road ranch and that the district attorney has an active investigation with criminal warrants; oversight during the inquiry consists of drive-bys and monitoring.
After public comment raised concerns about horse deaths on Artesian Road, the board asked for an update and County Animal Services provided information on the active investigation.
Animal Services representative told the board that two horses were impounded from the ranch in September after the death of a horse named Penny in August. The seizures were made under criminal warrants signed by a Superior Court judge, and the matter is part of an active district attorney investigation. The agency said its veterinarian observed signs consistent with possible neglect and emphasized the office takes neglect allegations seriously.
Board questions focused on whether the facility remains under oversight during the investigation. Animal Services said it conducts drive-by monitoring but that the extent of oversight is limited while the criminal investigation is active. The agency asked the public to submit any new information to support the ongoing probe.
