A HORSE stolen from a field in Cookley, near Kidderminster, five weeks ago has been found.

The red leopard appaloosa was stolen from the field between the A449 and Caunsall Road between 4pm on Tuesday, October 21 and 5.30pm on Wednesday, October 22.

It was found in a field in Iverley, near Stourbridge, on Saturday, November 29, after friends of its owner recognised it.

Inquiries into the theft are continuing.