The Parke County Sheriff's Department posted information regarding an investigation into poor treatment of an animal.

Sgt. Shay Vandivier obtained a court order to seize a horse from a residence, in the Judson area.

The animal is now in the care of an area equine rescue.

A report for animal neglect is being reviewed by the Parke County Prosecutor’s Office.

The Indiana Board of Animal Health assisted in the investigation.