Horse shot to death
Birmingham, AL (US)

Incident Date: Friday, Mar 2, 2007
County: Jefferson

Disposition: Open

Suspect(s) Unknown - We need your help!

The family of beloved horse Champ was awoken on May 2 night to gunshots. When they ran outside, they found their five-years-old their horse 'Champ' lying dead in their pasture. They believe the murder happened by a game of spotlight, shoot and kill.

Champ's owner says, "I cannot believe that anyone would do this to an animal not even a dog or cat." Champ's best friend and stable mate 'Zero' is depressed and confused now that Champ is gone.

Champ is buried now after a vet autopsy was performed to find out what type of gun was used to kill the horse. Champ's family is asking that if you have any information you call and report it to authorities.

An Animal Cruelty Sheriff is personally handling the case at present time.

On that same night another animal, a goat, was shot and killed nearby.

If you have information on this case, please contact:
Jefferson County Sheriff's Office
205-325-5711

References

• MyFox Birmingham - May 3, 2007

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