Police are investigating the death of a horse, found in Headcorn, which they believe took part in a harness race.

The animal was discovered in Lenham Road at 12.44pm today.

Witness reported seeing the horse drop to the ground on a sharp bend in the road.

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One observer estimated the animal was no more than three years old.

Officers and the RSPCA were called but the horse has since died.

Police are now investigating.

A harness race typically involves a horse pulling a two-wheeled cart.

Anyone with information can call police on 101 quoting reference 16-0555.