Buckeye, AZ – Deputies with the Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office were on scene in Buckeye today serving a search warrant connected to an animal neglect investigation that resulted in the seizure of three horses.
According to the Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office, deputies executed the warrant at a property in Buckeye as part of an ongoing investigation into suspected neglect. During the operation, three horses were removed from the property due to concerns for their welfare.
Officials said the horses were seized to ensure their safety and are expected to receive care and evaluation following their removal. Authorities have not yet released details on the condition of the animals or how long the investigation has been underway.
The incident unfolded in Buckeye, located in the West Valley area of Maricopa County, roughly 30 miles west of downtown Phoenix. Animal welfare cases in the county are typically investigated when reports raise concerns about living conditions, access to food or water, or necessary medical care.
No arrests have been announced as of this afternoon, and investigators have not identified any suspects. The Sheriff’s Office emphasized that the investigation remains active and additional information may be released as the case progresses.
Residents in the area may notice increased law enforcement presence during search warrant activity, though officials noted there is no known threat to the surrounding community.
Anyone with information related to animal neglect or abuse in Maricopa County is encouraged to report concerns to local law enforcement or animal control authorities.
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