London, England – The Household Cavalry horses that were involved in a chaotic incident in London are set to return to duty after sustaining injuries during a recent bolt through the city. The Army reported that two out of the five military horses underwent surgery and are currently undergoing close observation.
During the chaos, some of the horses collided with vehicles, including a double-decker bus, causing concern for their well-being. Following the incident, one of the injured horses is receiving care at an equine hospital while the other is being looked after at the Cavalry’s barracks.
An Army spokesperson confirmed that all horses involved in the incident are receiving the highest standards of care, with those that did not require surgery expected to return to duty in the near future. However, there has been no update on the condition of the two injured soldiers who were thrown from the horses during the turmoil.
Additionally, a cyclist was also hospitalized due to the incident, although the Army has not provided any updates on their injuries at this time. The chaotic scene unfolded when the horses of the Household Cavalry, which are trained for months by the Army, were spooked during a military exercise in Belgravia.
The chaotic episode occurred as the military regiments of the Household Cavalry were being exercised ahead of the Major General’s Inspection. The Army explained that the horses reacted to falling building material, causing them to bolt and resulting in four soldiers being thrown from their saddles.
Despite the tumultuous events, the Major General’s Inspection proceeded as scheduled in Hyde Park the following day. The chaos that unfolded in London serves as a reminder of the unpredictable nature of working with animals in high-stress situations, even after extensive training and preparation.