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Man Accused Of Punching Horse Charged

FT LAUDERDALE (CBSMiami) - A Coral Springs man has been charged with animal cruelty after he reportedly punched a horse.

In December of last year, 24-year old James Hutchinson had difficulty controlling a horse and allegedly decided to take matters into his own hands.

Hutchinson, 24, reportedly punched the animal repeatedly in the head and whipped its face with the reins.

During questioning, Hutchinson said he lost control and acted in the heat of the moment because the horse would not obey his commands, according to his arrest report.

A veterinarian who viewed a video of Hutchinson's actions said that it was, in his opinion, "excessive, aggressive and very repetitive" and created a "cruel and inhumane" situation for the horse.

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