KCSD Investigates Animal Abuse Case
Kootenai County Sheriff's Department news release: On Wednesday, Oct. 24, Animal Control Officers from the Kootenai County Sheriff's Department along with an Agent from the Idaho Department of Agriculture executed a search warrant at the old Coeur d’ Alene Auction Yards located on Seltice Way near Atlas Road. The Search Warrant was issued as a result of information received from a non-involved party which indicated there was evidence of animal neglect and/or abuse at that location. Upon executing the warrant, officers located two deceased horses on the property. Both horses were in a condition that could indicate a lack of nourishment. Additionally, thirteen other horses were found on the property, eight of which showed signs that could indicate a lack of proper nourishment.