The British army recovered several horses that escaped from the prestigious Household Cavalry and rode loose through London this Wednesday morning (24).
Several people and horses are being treated for injuries sustained during the incident, although there are no further details on their conditions.
In a statement sent to CNN , a British Army spokesperson said: “Several military workhorses became loose during a routine exercise this morning. All the horses have now been recovered and returned to camp.” The spokesperson added: “Several employees and horses were injured and are receiving appropriate medical care.”
Six soldiers and seven horses from the Life Guards, part of the Household Cavalry, participated in an extensive exercise Wednesday morning, according to the Army.
The animals were startled when a piece of concrete fell from a conveyor belt being used on a nearby construction site and hit the ground, the army said.
Five of the horses fled, while two remained at the scene.
The army said four of the soldiers were knocked down and three were injured. These three are being examined in hospital, but are not believed to be in any life-threatening condition.
Earlier in the day, City of London police reported the events on social media.
In a statement published on X, formerly Twitter, she said: “Around 8:40am, we were called about horses that had gotten loose and were running loose around the city. “Our officers had two horses on the road near Limehouse. We are waiting for an army horse box to collect the horses and transport them for veterinary care.”
Less than an hour later, Westminster Police colleagues posted an update to say that “all horses have been accounted for” and that they were “continuing collaboration with the Army.”
Startling images have emerged on social media showing two horses – one apparently covered in blood – running through Aldwych in central London.
According to the PA news agency, a Mercedes taxi that was waiting outside the Clermont Hotel on Buckingham Palace Road had its windows smashed by the frightened horses, while one of the animals also smashed the windscreen of a tourist bus. two-story.
The Household Cavalry act as the king's official bodyguards and participate in ceremonial duties. It is located in Hyde Park barracks, a short distance from Buckingham Palace.
Source: CNN Brasil
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