He had been removed from the beach and given his condition, they decided the best thing to do was to let him pass slowly and peacefully according to an October 23 report by WITN News.
The size of the herd is unknown.
Wild horse advocates are known for their opposition to nature’s way.
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UPDATE: A story by the Augusta Free Press says they euthanized him.
Western Horse Watchers Association 