Man admits pony killings charges

An 18-year-old man has admitted his part in the killing of two Shetland ponies belonging to a nursing home.

Daniel Walker, from Dodington, Whitchurch, Shropshire, admitted two firearms charges and being involved in the deaths of the ponies in May.

A 14-year-old boy, who cannot be named for legal reasons, has already admitted similar charges. Walker was remanded in custody at Shrewsbury Crown Court.

The ponies, named Bill and Bert, had lived at Edgeley House for 14 years.