Michael Ebrecht of Skidmore was charged Tuesday with felony animal abuse in connection with the horse’s death Saturday in the town of Quitman.
Court records show Ebrecht is accused of striking the horse with a vehicle, causing the horse to be thrown about 40 feet. Authorities say Ebrecht then struck the horse again before running over the horse, killing it.
A judge set bond at $7,500 for Ebrecht, who remains in custody awaiting his next court appearance August 5.