December 3, 2006

Hagerstown, MD-At 3:00 pm on Saturday December 2nd a warrant was served at 4040 Mills Road in Sharpsburg, MD by the Humane Society of Washington County (HSWC) and the Washington County Sherriff's department.  The property has been seized and is being treated as a crime scene.

The action is a result of an ongoing investigation concerning the well being of @74 horses living on @35 acres.  With the assistance of local veterinarians, Days End Farm Horse Rescue and the Humane Society of the United States, all horses on the property are receiving medical evaluations.  Those deemed in need of further medical attention are being moved to another location for medical care.    Of the horses evaluated on Saturday seven were removed from the property with more removals possible in coming days.

"This is an enormous undertaking that will be on going," stated Paul Miller, Executive Director of the Humane Society of Washington County. He added, "We have received a great deal of assistance from local veterinarians and rescue groups but this is only the beginning of what will probably be a lengthy investigation."   Anyone who believes they have information that may be helpful to the investigation please contact the Humane Society of Washington County, 301 733 2060.

If you are interested in helping in the care and treatment of the animals is welcome to send donations to the Humane Society of Washington County, Attention : Karen Swain/ Horse Rescue Effort, 13011 Maugansville Road, Hagerstown MD 21740.  If you wish to contact the HSWC please call Katherine Cooker at 301 733 2060 extension 237