Horse shot in South Maitland

This is from the AVR web site in the valley' Oh why can't people be more reasonable when hunting make sure what you are shooting first. My heart goes out to the owner of the horse no one should wake up to this.

Nova Scotia R-C-M-P are investigating the possible fatal shooting of a horse. The animal was found dead in its pasture in South Maitland yesterday by its owner. The Mounties found four-wheeler tracks near the pasture fence and a shell casing. They're now asking for the public's help in catching the culprit.

found this at CBC site
N.S. horse killed by suspected gunshot
Last Updated: Friday, November 6, 2009 | 10:21 PM AT Comments6Recommend9
CBC News

Nova Scotia RCMP suspect a horse found dead in South Maitland was shot.

The animal, named Bailey, was found by its owner Friday morning during a routine check. Enfield RCMP said the horse was in a pasture, lying on its injured side in a fenced area.

The Mounties subsequently found blood on the ground, a set of four-wheeler tracks beyond the fence line and a shell casing nearby.

The tracks led to the roadway near Highway 215 in Maitland.

The RCMP are asking for the public's help in gathering additional information.

Not sure if they think it is an accident or intentional..

However, even if it is an accident, it is just as bad IMO. Obviously they are shooting too close to housing..., they are not LOOKING at what they are shooting at, and the fact that their morals told them to leave the scene!

Scary.

What sad news. I hope they catch whomever was responsible!