A video circulating on social media shows at least two men watching as another man allegedly drowns a horse in Powell County. The video shows a man riding a horse into a river, getting off the horse, and then the horse floating on its side, appearing dead. The incident is under investigation by the Powell County Sheriff’s Office, and the people in the video have been identified.
Powell County Sheriff Gavin Roselles confirmed that his office began an investigation after being notified of the video. The case is currently under further investigation, and the people involved have been identified. Montana Legislature states that a person convicted of cruelty to animals could face fines up to $1,000 or a one-year jail sentence, or both. Aggravated animal cruelty could result in fines up to $2,500 and a prison term not exceeding two years.
The video is believed to have been taken during the summer, as one man in the video has an obvious sunburn. The incident has sparked outrage on social media, with many expressing shock and concern over the alleged intentional horse drowning. The case is being taken seriously by authorities, and the individuals involved could face legal consequences for their actions.
