Two army horses were seen galloping through central London during rush hour on Wednesday, dodging traffic and causing concern among passersby. The horses, both wearing saddles and bridles, were seen running along busy roads, with one horse appearing to be covered in blood. London’s Metropolitan Police and the City of London Police worked together to locate and contain the horses, with the help of the army. The Telegraph reported that up to five army horses had thrown their riders while being exercised, and at least one soldier was injured. The horses were eventually taken into custody and transported to veterinary care.
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Several Household Cavalry horses have escaped their handlers and are running loose in central London, causing significant disruption and injuries. The horses reportedly became spooked during their morning exercise on Horseguards Parade in Whitehall, and one of them collided with a black cab, while others were seen running amok on pavements. One witness reported seeing a soldier fall to the floor after being struck by a horse, while bystanders screamed in fear. The injured soldier is currently being treated under a blue tarpaulin tent on Buckingham Palace Road, which has been closed along with several other roads in the area. Two horses have been contained near Limehouse, but one remains at large and has been spotted as far away as Shadwell. The Metropolitan Police and the London Ambulance Service are working together to locate the horses and provide medical assistance to any victims.
Seven loose cavalry horses were spotted running through central London, with one appearing to be injured. Witnesses reported seeing the animals careering down roads near Aldwych, while videos and pictures of the incident were shared on social media. A soldier was reported injured and was seen lying in the street outside the Clermont Hotel. A police spokesman confirmed that they were working with the Army to locate the horses.