Stolen Vehicle Investigation Uncovers Two Horses

Horses Found in Stolen Vehicle Case | Horse Theft Awareness – NetPosse

Aurora, Colorado — A recent law enforcement investigation into stolen vehicles has brought renewed attention to a pattern long documented by Stolen Horse International–NetPosse: individuals involved in theft often target more than one type of property.

During an auto theft investigation in Aurora, authorities recovered stolen vehicles and vehicle parts at a property. While executing the operation, officers also discovered livestock on site, including two horses, along with goats and chickens. Animal control was contacted to assist with the care and relocation of the animals.

At this time, authorities have not stated that the horses were stolen. However, the presence of horses during a vehicle theft investigation raises an important public awareness issue.

Why This Matters to Horse Owners

For nearly three decades, Stolen Horse International has tracked cases nationwide showing that:

• Theft often overlaps: trucks, trailers, equipment, and horses
• Horses are commonly moved using stolen or unregistered trailers
• Criminals rarely limit themselves to one category of theft

In many past cases, horse theft has been linked to individuals already involved in vehicle or equipment theft. Horses are valuable, mobile, and difficult to trace without proper identification.

Not an Accusation — A Caution

This article is not an accusation regarding the ownership of the horses found in this investigation. It is published as a public awareness notice to help horse owners recognize risk factors and take preventive action.

Awareness is one of the strongest tools in preventing equine theft.

NetPosse Safety Recommendations

Horse owners are encouraged to:

• Secure trucks, trailers, and gates
• Keep current photos and detailed descriptions of horses
• Document markings, brands, scars, and microchip numbers
• Report suspicious activity, vehicles, trailers immediately
• File missing horse reports as soon as possible — time is critical

See Something? Say Something - Why Early Reporting Matters

The first 24–48 hours after a horse goes missing are critical. Rapid reporting allows alerts to be shared with:

• Law enforcement
• Animal control
• Stolen Horse International-NetPosse
• Auction monitors
• Slaughter and transport watch networks
• The public

The faster information is circulated, the greater the chance of recovery.

Protect What Moves Your Horse

If someone is willing to steal a vehicle or trailer, they may also steal a horse. Protecting your horses means securing everything used to move them.
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Stolen Horse International–NetPosse: Helping recover missing, lost, and stolen horses since 1997