Police are appealing for witnessses after a pregnant horse was slashed in a sick attack.
The mare called Peanuts was attacked in the village near Faringdon, sometime between 6pm on Thursday, and 8am on Friday.
The attacker used a sharp knife to cut her near her stomach and behind her back legs.
Pc Louise Russell said: “Luckily, the horse and the foal both survived the attack.
“I appeal to anyone who might have seen suspicious activity in the area to contact me, and urge owners to take extra care of their horses.”
Anyone with information should call police on 08458 505505 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555111.
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