At the Corolla Wild Horse Fund, volunteers, staff and horse lovers from across the country are heartbroken after the death of a five-year-old stallion named Alexander; the horse was struck and killed on the beach route shortly after midnight on June 14.
The tragic accident occurred in Raleigh, North Carolina at the Outer Banks approximately 12:05 a.m. south of Nags Head according to the Currituck County Sheriff’s Office press release.
Shannon Seamster, 26, of Carova, was driving a Chevrolet Tahoe when the stallion was struck. The horse died on impact. Seamster has been charged with DWI in the crash. She has since been released on a $2,500 secured bond.
The Corolla Wild Horse fund released information about Alexander:
What we can say for sure right now is that this is a tremendous loss for the herd and for those of us who are close to these horses and work so hard to protect them.
Alex was a very special young horse, and a lot of extra effort went into keeping him wild and free. He survived the first couple years of his life despite some extraordinary challenges, grew up into a beautiful young stallion, and had a bright future ahead of him.
He was the last of his mother’s offspring and we had high hopes that he would carry on the family line. Alex’s genetics can never be replaced, and in a critically endangered population that is a devastating blow.
Please let this tragedy serve as a reminder to be extremely cautious when driving on the 4×4. Be aware of your surroundings and drive slowly and carefully – especially at night.
Rest in peace Alexander.
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$2500 bond is NOT enough for killing this gorgeous horse. I think jail time and community service should have been mandatory in a case like this one.
I detest DWI drivers and if I were in charge I’d impose much stricter punishments.