West Midlands Police have launched an investigation following a fire at a stable and outbuilding in Queens Road, Sedgley, which broke out at around 1am on Tuesday.
The fire brigade crew managed to deal with the flame and finally extinguish it, but the fire spread to 80 percent of the building, two horses died as a result of the flames, and a third one was saved.
Police have now launched an investigation into the fire, with detectives treating it as arson, and a public appeal for help has been issued.
A spokesman for West Midlands Police said: “We are asking for help following an arson attack in Sedgley last night in which two horses were sadly killed.
Fire crews could be seen near the scene several hours after the fire was extinguished
“We were called by fire brigade colleagues to land on Queens Road at 2.30am where a stable was on fire.
“Unfortunately, two horses died as a result of the fire, and the third one was rescued from the building.
“The incident is being investigated as arson and detectives from Dudley Police are currently investigating.”
Two horses died in the fire that occurred at night
Local neighborhood inspector Sarah Smyth said: “This is a truly distressing case for everyone involved and we understand the impact it has had on the owners as well as the wider community.
“We are urging anyone in the Queens Road and Turls Hill area to get in touch if they know anything, have seen anyone in the area or have footage that may assist our investigation.
“If you can help please contact us on 101 quoting crime reference number 20/922926/24 or use our online live chat.”