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63 horses seized in animal cruelty investigation

Posted at 4:30 PM, Jan 21, 2017
and last updated 2017-01-21 18:30:56-05

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (AP) -- A facility is housing 63 horses seized in an animal cruelty investigation.

The Gazette reports the unidentified owner cooperated with authorities during the seizure on Friday.

A Fremont County Sheriff's Office news release says the animals will receive care at the secure facility pending the outcome of the court case.

Possible charges in the case are unclear.

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