Horses Bolt Through Central London, Two in Serious Condition
Chaos hit central London on Wednesday when two army horses bolted during a routine exercise in Belgravia. Defence Minister James Cartlidge has confirmed the horses are in a “serious condition” but alive.
Builders’ Noise Spooks Horses
The Household Cavalry revealed the horses were startled by builders dropping rubble right next to them. This sparked the dramatic dash through busy streets, causing panic among bystanders.
Five Horses Involved, Two Hurt Badly
- All five horses have been recovered.
- Three are unharmed.
- Vida and Quaker remain in serious condition under close veterinary care at Hyde Park barracks.
Service Personnel Injured as Horses Crash Through Traffic
Four soldiers were thrown off during the incident, and the loose horses collided with a taxi and a bus. Fortunately, none of the soldiers suffered serious injuries. Emergency teams, including unmarked police cars, rushed to contain the wild scene.
“This was a very exceptional event,” Minister Cartlidge said, stressing such incidents are rare.
The army and authorities are now investigating the cause and taking steps to prevent a repeat, while closely monitoring the horses’ recovery.
