Hearsay is not evidence. Is there any independent report which confirms that story of another drowned horse? Media? Corraborative reports from other witnesses?

I've been told someone was killed at Hallaton Bottle Kicking some years ago. But as I have not seen any evidence for this, I don't assume it's fact.

I'm not trying to be obstinate, honest. I just think that judgements should be based on evidence rather than gossip.