Seven of the ten wild mustangs that escaped from an Iredell County property on May 11 have now been captured.
A statement issued by Iredell County Animal Services
“STATESVILLE, N.C. — Iredell County Animal Services (ICAS), in coordination with the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office and the State Highway Patrol, has captured seven of the 10 wild mustangs that escaped from a local property on May 11. Due to safety concerns, the location of horses will not be disclosed at this time.
The owners of the animals, Kameron Steele of Harmony and Favor Springs of Gastonia, have been charged under NCGS 68‑16 (Allowing Livestock to Run at Large Forbidden, a misdemeanor) for failing to properly confine the herd and for not providing the required cooperation during recovery efforts.
ICAS continues to actively monitor the area, patrol impact zones, and respond to all citizen reports. We urge members of the public and rescue organizations not to approach, pursue, or attempt to capture the remaining mustangs. Sudden contact may startle the animals, increasing the risk of them entering roadways or other hazardous terrain.
If you see any of the remaining horses, please report the location immediately to Iredell County Animal Services or local law enforcement.”