LITCHFIELD, CT — A horse was euthanized Wednesday after a vehicle struck and seriously injured it on East Street, state police said.
A veterinarian and animal control responded to the scene of the accident, which happened around 11:20 a.m., according to state police.
The involved car was initially reported to have evaded the scene, according to state police. Police described it as a dark colored sedan last seen heading eastbound on East Street, or Route 118.
Troopers were able to make contact with the operator of the involved vehicle, who did not report any injuries, state police said.
The roadway was temporarily shut down for the investigation, but it has since reopened, police said at 2 p.m.
Staff at Lee's Riding Stable, Inc. in Litchfield confirmed the involved horse was from their property. The business, at 57 E. Litchfield Rd., provides lessons, training, boarding, trail rides, pony rides and horse sales, according to its Facebook page.
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