Thoroughbred horse stabbed to death

A thoroughbred horse has been found stabbed dead in its paddock south of Sydney, and a police investigation is underway.
The horse's owner discovered the dead animal about 10pm (AEDT) yesterday in the paddock in Appin Road, Appin.
"The horse, a thoroughbred, was last seen by its owner at 3.30pm when it was fed and watered," police said in a statement today.
"The owner left the location and returned later in the evening to find the horse dead."
The horse had suffered a single stab wound to its abdomen, and police have called for anyone with information to come forward.
Contact Campbelltown Police or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.