Escaped Horses Roaming Freely in Central London, Authorities Report
Reports from central London indicate that several horses have escaped and are roaming freely, prompting the involvement of the military to assist in their retrieval. The British capital's police disclosed this development on Wednesday.
Several horses have escaped in central London, prompting the army to assist in finding them, according to the police in the British capital.
Videos shared by social media users captured a scene of a white horse with blood stains on its saddle running through the streets with a black horse.
"We are currently aware of several horses roaming freely in central London. Our team at the Westminster branch of London's police is collaborating with other agencies, including the Army, to find and secure them," stated the police on X.
At 08:25 a.m. local time (3.25 a.m. ET), the London Ambulance Service received a call regarding an individual who was thrown from a horse on Buckingham Palace Road in central London, as confirmed by a spokesperson from the service.
The spokesperson mentioned that the incident is still in progress and they are collaborating with emergency services partners.
City of London Police, responsible for the financial district of the capital, stated that they had managed to contain two horses and were getting ready to take them to receive medical attention.
The Telegraph newspaper recently shared a story about five cavalry horses that escaped while they were out for exercise at Horse Guards Parade. This parade ground is located in Westminster, near Buckingham Palace and the Whitehall government district.
Editor's P/S:
The news of escaped horses in central London is both alarming and concerning. The fact that the army has been called in to assist in their capture highlights the gravity of the situation. The presence of blood on the saddle of one of the horses raises questions about potential injuries or accidents. It is essential for the authorities to locate and secure the horses promptly to prevent any further incidents and ensure their well-being.
The ongoing investigation into the case of the individual thrown from a horse on Buckingham Palace Road underscores the importance of responsible horse riding practices, especially in densely populated urban areas. It is crucial to ensure that horses are properly trained and handled, and that riders wear appropriate safety gear. The collaboration between emergency services and the City of London Police is commendable, demonstrating their commitment to public safety and animal welfare.
