Pony dies in Ayrshire after Scottish Power workmen's mistake

In a tragic incident in Coylton, Ayrshire, George McEwan, a horse breeder, has accused Scottish Power workmen of negligence after they allegedly left a gate open while performing maintenance on pylons. This oversight allowed his son's beloved pony, Molly, to escape and ultimately led to her death in a car accident. Mr. McEwan reported that two horses managed to return to the field, but Molly was not so fortunate, resulting in a devastating loss for his family. The incident occurred three weeks prior to Mr. McEwan's public statements, during which he expressed his frustration over the workmen's failure to secure the gate properly. He noted that he had owned the field for seven years without any previous incidents of horses escaping. Witnesses, including a neighbor, corroborated Mr. McEwan's claims, stating that the gate was left open after the workers completed their tasks. Despite Mr. McEwan's insistence on the need for accountability, Scottish Power maintained that their workers had left the gate as they found it and denied any breach of duty. The company suggested that Mr. McEwan seek legal counsel, which he found unsatisfactory. He emphasized the importance of taking responsibility to prevent similar incidents in the future. Scottish Power has since conducted an investigation into the matter and offered to meet with Mr. McEwan to discuss their findings. However, the emotional impact of the incident on Mr. McEwan and his family remains profound, as they mourn the loss of Molly and seek justice for their beloved pet.