Narcoleptic horse sparks rescue mission after falling asleep in muddy ditch

A narcoleptic horse sparked a dramatic rescue mission after falling asleep in a three-foot deep ditch.

Molly, a 27-year-old mare, became surrounded in soft mud after the fall and was left unable to move, Cheshire Fire and Rescue said.

Fire crews were forced to use specialist rescue equipment to pull the horse from the mud.

A local farmer then used a digger to create a ramp which Molly was guided up during the ordeal on Wednesday.

A spokesman for Cheshire Fire and Rescue service said: “The rescue teams guided Molly out and, after around 10 minutes lying down to gather her strength she was able to get back up on her hooves.

“We have spoken to Molly's owner who has assured us she is safe and well after her muddy ordeal.”