On October 4, 2023, a recently deceased horse was found in a remote section on what was Bowie Training Center. The horse was likely placed there via access roads from the adjoining park land. Bowie has been closed to training for several years.
The following is a statement from Aidan Butler, Chief Executive Officer, 1/ST RACING & GAMING.
“Horses are the center of the racing community. They are curious, beautiful animals and that someone, anyone, would treat a horse in this way defies comprehension. Everyone at our organization is simply sickened by this discovery.
As we work together with animal control in its investigation, we have also referred this matter to the local police, as such a heinous act should be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law. Additionally, we are working with the Horse Racing Integrity and Safety Authority and the Maryland Racing Commission so that any available sanctions are levied against the responsible party.
Through our own investigation, we have identified the horse — despite gruesome efforts made by these criminals to mask it – and are in the process of working with the other involved authorities to identify the current owner(s). Once they are identified, this individual or individuals will never step foot on a 1/ST RACING property, though hopefully that won't be possible as the owner(s) will be behind bars.”
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