Horse Stampede Incident in London: Surgery Required for Two Royal Guards Horses

On Wednesday, the two Royal Guard horses, Vida and Trojan, ran through the streets of London in a panic. Unfortunately, both horses are in serious condition and have undergone surgery. Vida, the white horse seen soaked in blood during the incident, is currently hospitalized in an equine hospital following the operation.

The incident occurred when the horses heard a noise of cement being dropped from a construction site. This caused them to bolt and escape, leading to a chaotic scene on the streets of London. While Vida and Trojan caused damage as they ran through traffic, all captured horses were eventually returned to Hyde Park barracks.

Defense Minister James Cartlidge informed the public that three of the horses are fine, but two are in relatively serious condition. Despite this, all horses are still alive and being closely monitored. Four soldiers were also knocked from their mounts and hospitalized, but are expected to make a full recovery and return to duty.

The Army trains with approximately 150 horses every day, making this incident exceptionally rare. The horses had been preparing for an upcoming military parade and event when they were frightened by the sudden noise. Despite the chaos, there were no serious injuries to the public, and the horses are being well cared for by veterinarians.

Household Cavalry Mounted Regiment Colonel Matt Woodward emphasized that the horses receive the highest standards of care and that those not requiring surgery are expected to return to duty soon. The Army expressed gratitude for the concern shown towards the soldiers and horses involved in the incident and provided updates on their condition.

In conclusion, while Vida and Trojan caused a dramatic spectacle as they ran scared through London’s streets on Wednesday morning, it is important to note that all captured horses are now back at Hyde Park barracks for assessment and care. The Army continues to strive to minimize such incidents from occurring again in future training exercises within city limits.

It is also worth noting that despite some concerns raised by members of public regarding safety issues surrounding these types of exercises within city limits; it is clear that safety remains paramount for both soldiers and animals involved in these events.