A 26-year-old man has pleaded guilty after he was caught sexually abusing horses while volunteering at several stables in the United Kingdom.
Corey Coleman admitted to the disturbing crimes after stable owner Alex Hill discovered explicit footage from security cameras showing multiple incidents involving Coleman and the animals. The shocking case was heard at Merthyr Tydfil Magistrates’ Court, where prosecutors laid out the twisted pattern of abuse and deception.
According to Wales Online, Coleman was a familiar face around the stables, often helping out and interacting with staff and horses. One alarming incident occurred on June 27 of last year, when Coleman was found injured in a passageway between stable areas. He had spinal fractures, was hospitalized, and later fitted with a back brace.
Despite the injury, Coleman returned to the stables weeks later. When asked by Hill about the unusual injury, Coleman lied, claiming one of the stallions had “tried to mount him.” That excuse quickly unraveled once Hill reviewed surveillance footage from July 15 and July 29, which clearly showed Coleman engaging in repeated, depraved acts.
“The horses’ behavior during the incidents showed they had been conditioned to be used to this sort of attention. It is likely this had gone on for many months,” said Hill.
Details of the Abuse and Legal Consequences
The footage showed Coleman using a mare to entice a stallion before carrying out the abuse. Prosecutors said his actions violated animal welfare laws and caused suffering to multiple animals. Authorities confirmed that Coleman was arrested shortly after the stable owner reported the findings.
In court, Coleman pleaded guilty to:
- Causing unnecessary suffering to two stallions
- Failing to ensure the welfare of a mare
- Failing to provide adequate care for animals under his supervision
Shocking additional details revealed that Coleman was living with his girlfriend and had expressed ambitions of pursuing a career with horses. The couple also owns two dogs and two cats, which has now sparked further concern