Two ponies that were found ‘neglected’ in a Chalfont St Peter field have been put to sleep.

In the week commencing Monday, April 14, officers from the Thames Valley Police Neighbourhood Team joined forces with their partners at the RSPCA, following reports of animals being mistreated.

The authorities were made aware that several creatures had not been cared for in the village, and in a brief statement shared on Facebook on April 19, they confirmed that two ponies were put down due to being ‘so unwell.’

They said: “Our Neighbourhood Team have recently been working alongside our partners at the RSPCA following reports of neglected ponies and horses in Chalfont St Peter.

“Two ponies were seized from this field last week however unfortunately both were so unwell they were subsequently put to sleep.

“While this is sad news, this is all the more reason to be aware of how you can report neglect and cruelty of animals in your area.”

Many ponies and horses live in the Chalfont St Peter area, with some being spotted on many roads.

Earlier this month, two men were seen engaging in pony and trap racing in the village which caused numerous delays.

Additionally, a horse was seen being dragged along a road near Gerrards Cross in the summer of 2023.