Phoenix, AZ, October 4, 2026 —

Authorities in Apache Junction are seeking the public’s assistance in locating the owners of two horses that were discovered wandering in the vicinity of Starr Road and Broadway Avenue.

The Apache Junction Police Department has not provided specific details regarding when the horses were found, nor the exact circumstances that led to them being loose. The department is asking for information from anyone who may recognize the animals or have knowledge of their rightful owners.

The animals were found in an area where stray livestock can pose potential safety hazards to both themselves and the community. The police are working to ensure the well-being of the horses and to return them to their owners.

Details concerning the breed, color, or any distinguishing marks of the horses were not immediately available. Similarly, the contractor involved in their retrieval or any specific actions taken by the police department, such as impoundment or veterinary checks, have not been disclosed. The fine amount, if any, for the horses being at large was not provided.

The police are urging anyone with relevant information to come forward. This includes individuals who may have recently lost horses or noticed any unusual activity related to the animals in the days leading up to their discovery. The lack of immediate owner identification suggests the horses may not have been microchipped or otherwise clearly marked.

The investigation is ongoing, and authorities hope to resolve the matter by reuniting the horses with their owners promptly. The specific timeline for how long the horses were at large before being reported or found is also not yet established.


Story summarized from the original created by Sara.Filips@fox.com (Sara Filips) on www.fox10phoenix.com, see more information here.

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