Several military horses escaped during a routine exercise near Buckingham Palace and the British government’s headquarters in central London on Wednesday morning, injuring four individuals and causing chaos on the streets. One of the horses was seen with blood covering its body as it ran alongside another black horse. London’s Metropolitan Police initially reported attempts to locate the loose horses before confirming their recovery. The horses involved in the incident are part of the Household Cavalry, which serves as the British monarch’s official bodyguard and participates in ceremonial duties. They are stationed at the Hyde Park barracks, which is close to Buckingham Palace. Both personnel and horses involved in the incident have been injured and are receiving appropriate medical attention. While the exact nature of the injuries is still unclear, the images and reports indicate that the situation was serious. Authorities have not yet released further details or determined what caused the horses to break free during the exercise.
Military Horses Run Amok in Central London, Injuring Four
