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Yahoo
01-08-2025
- Yahoo
Act of 'disturbing' cruelty leaves 1 horse dead and several others injured at Welland, Ont., ranch
One horse was killed and several others injured in Welland, Ont. after what Niagara police called a "disturbing act of animal cruelty." Police said in a news release on Friday, staff at a horse boarding farm found several horses with injuries "consistent with cuts and stab wounds" on Thursday morning. Eight horses were targeted, police said. One was found dead at the scene, another was moved to an emergency vet in Guelph, Ont., and the others were treated at the farm. CBC News confirmed the farm was Eagle Wing Ranch on 426 Buchner Rd. in Welland. The ranch is described as a "family owned and operated hunter/jumper facility." Niagara police constable Richard Hingley told CBC News the horses at the ranch were there for "several reasons," such as riding and shows. Other horses were pets "to other people who don't have farms," he said. Amanda Janssen at the ranch said they were "reeling" and "grieving" and asked for privacy. In a Facebook post, Janssen said there were "no words to describe the shock and devastation our barn staff and family felt as yesterday unfolded." "It felt like a terrible dream you were begging to wake up from. The grief is heavy as we mourn the loss of a very special horse and the injuries of 7 others," Janssen said in the post. An 'extremely devastating' loss Hingley said in his experience, he had never seen any "personal attack" on horses. He said in attending other incidents involving these animals and having friends who own them, he knows "horses are not pets to their owners, they're family members." "When there is a tragic loss to a horse, it's extremely devastating to the individuals," he added. Hingley said the ranch owners "have no idea" who could have targeted the ranch or horses. "We have to be open to everything, whether someone is upset with the ranch, whether someone is upset with a particular horse owner or all avenues in between there," he said. Niagara police said the investigation is ongoing and their Forensic Services Unit went to the scene and "conducted a thorough examination for evidence." Police are also asking other jurisdictions in the area if they've had similar reports. Hingley the incident happened between 11 p.m. on July 30 and 6 a.m. on July 31. "What we are appealing for right now is for anyone that may have been in the area driving at that time to go back, check their dash cam footage if they have some," he said. Police are asking anyone with information to contact them at 905-688-4111, option 3, extension 1009487 or give an anonymous tip to Crime Stoppers.
CBC
01-08-2025
- CBC
Act of 'disturbing' cruelty leaves 1 horse dead and several others injured at Welland, Ont., ranch
One horse was killed and several others injured in Welland, Ont. after what Niagara police called a "disturbing act of animal cruelty." Police said in a news release on Friday, staff at a horse boarding farm found several horses with injuries "consistent with cuts and stab wounds" on Thursday morning. Eight horses were targeted, police said. One was found dead at the scene, another was moved to an emergency vet in Guelph, Ont., and the others were treated at the farm. CBC News confirmed the farm was Eagle Wing Ranch on 426 Buchner Rd. in Welland. The ranch is described as a "family owned and operated hunter/jumper facility." Niagara police constable Richard Hingley told CBC News the horses at the ranch were there for "several reasons," such as riding and shows. Other horses were pets "to other people who don't have farms," he said. Amanda Janssen at the ranch said they were "reeling" and "grieving" and asked for privacy. In a Facebook post, Janssen said there were "no words to describe the shock and devastation our barn staff and family felt as yesterday unfolded." "It felt like a terrible dream you were begging to wake up from. The grief is heavy as we mourn the loss of a very special horse and the injuries of 7 others," Janssen said in the post. An 'extremely devastating' loss Hingley said in his experience, he had never seen any "personal attack" on horses. He said in attending other incidents involving these animals and having friends who own them, he knows "horses are not pets to their owners, they're family members." "When there is a tragic loss to a horse, it's extremely devastating to the individuals," he added. Hingley said the ranch owners "have no idea" who could have targeted the ranch or horses. "We have to be open to everything, whether someone is upset with the ranch, whether someone is upset with a particular horse owner or all avenues in between there," he said. Niagara police said the investigation is ongoing and their Forensic Services Unit went to the scene and "conducted a thorough examination for evidence." Police are also asking other jurisdictions in the area if they've had similar reports. Hingley the incident happened between 11 p.m. on July 30 and 6 a.m. on July 31. "What we are appealing for right now is for anyone that may have been in the area driving at that time to go back, check their dash cam footage if they have some," he said.
CBC
01-08-2025
- CBC
Act of 'disturbing' cruelty leaves 1 horse dead and several others injured in Welland, Ont., ranch
One horse was killed and several others injured in Welland, Ont. after what Niagara police called a "disturbing act of animal cruelty." Police said in a news release on Friday, staff at a horse boarding farm found several horses with injuries "consistent with cuts and stab wounds" on Thursday morning. Eight horses were targeted, police said. One was found dead at the scene, another was moved to an emergency vet in Guelph, Ont., and the others were treated at the farm. CBC News confirmed the farm was Eagle Wing Ranch on 426 Buchner Rd. in Welland. The ranch is described as a "family owned and operated hunter/jumper facility." Niagara police constable Richard Hingley told CBC News the horses at the ranch were there for "several reasons," such as riding and shows. Other horses were pets "to other people who don't have farms," he said. Amanda Janssen at the ranch said they were "reeling" and "grieving" and asked for privacy. In a Facebook post, Janssen said there were "no words to describe the shock and devastation our barn staff and family felt as yesterday unfolded." "It felt like a terrible dream you were begging to wake up from. The grief is heavy as we mourn the loss of a very special horse and the injuries of 7 others," Janssen said in the post. An 'extremely devastating' loss Hingley said in his experience, he had never seen any "personal attack" on horses. He said in attending other incidents involving these animals and having friends who own them, he knows "horses are not pets to their owners, they're family members." "When there is a tragic loss to a horse, it's extremely devastating to the individuals," he added. Hingley said the ranch owners "have no idea" who could have targeted the ranch or horses. "We have to be open to everything, whether someone is upset with the ranch, whether someone is upset with a particular horse owner or all avenues in between there," he said. Niagara police said the investigation is ongoing and their Forensic Services Unit went to the scene and "conducted a thorough examination for evidence." Police are also asking other jurisdictions in the area if they've had similar reports. Hingley the incident happened between 11 p.m. on July 30 and 6 a.m. on July 31. "What we are appealing for right now is for anyone that may have been in the area driving at that time to go back, check their dash cam footage if they have some," he said.
Hamilton Spectator
01-08-2025
- Hamilton Spectator
‘Terrible dream': One horse found dead, others maimed in targeted attack in rural Welland
One horse is dead and several others were injured in what Niagara Regional Police are calling a disturbing act of animal cruelty at a rural property in Welland. In a news release, police said eight horses were targeted overnight Thursday at a horse boarding facility on Buchner Road , east of Highway 140. While police did not name the facility, it has been identified as Eagle Wing Ranch, 426 Buchner Rd. — a family-owned hunter/jumper training farm with indoor and outdoor riding arenas. In a post on Facebook , Eagle Wing Ranch owner Amanda Janssen said there were 'no words to describe the shock and devastation our barn staff and family felt as yesterday unfolded.' 'It felt like a terrible dream you were begging to wake up from. The grief is heavy as we mourn the loss of a very special horse and the injuries of seven others. We are still reeling trying to make sense of something so unnecessary and evil.' Located on 6.5 hectares along the north side of Buchner Road, the ranch includes a 17-stall barn, tack and feed rooms, and backs on to Lyons Creek, according to its website. It offers lessons for beginner, intermediate, and advanced riders. Farm staff discovered the injured animals during their morning routine. Several horses had wounds consistent with cuts or stabbings, and one horse was found dead, said police. Another was taken to an out-of-town veterinary hospital for emergency care, while others received treatment on site. Forensic unit investigators examined the scene and are continuing their investigation. Horses are seen outside Welland's Eagle Wing Ranch on Friday. Police said they take reports of animal cruelty seriously and are asking for the public's help. Janssen said in her social media post that all thoughts and prayers for a full recovery for the injured mare are appreciated. 'A special thanks to Dr. Matt Nugent who came promptly and triaged horses as we sickeningly came to conclusions this was an act of violence. 'Thank you to the police, detectives and forensics for their professionalism, attentiveness and empathy. Thank you to all the overwhelming support we have felt from our horse community near and far,' she said online. 'Right now we are taking it day by day and hugging our ponies a little tighter,' Janssen posted. Anyone with information is asked to call 905-688-4111 , option 3, extension 1009487. Tips can also be submitted anonymously to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or at Error! Sorry, there was an error processing your request. There was a problem with the recaptcha. Please try again. You may unsubscribe at any time. By signing up, you agree to our terms of use and privacy policy . This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google privacy policy and terms of service apply. Want more of the latest from us? Sign up for more at our newsletter page .
