Two military horses that escaped and galloped freely through London are in critical condition

The streets of London were turned into a chaotic scene as two military horses bolted and ran miles through the city after being spooked by construction noise. The incident occurred during routine exercises near Buckingham Palace, causing havoc during morning rush hour.

The horses, part of the Household Cavalry, broke free and galloped through central London, with one horse named Vida seen drenched in blood as it ran down Aldwych. Another horse, Quaker, sideswiped a taxi and ran through a red light, narrowly avoiding collisions with cyclists and a motorbike rider.

Three soldiers were thrown from their steeds and hospitalized with injuries, but were expected to recover. Two of the horses underwent operations and were in serious condition, while the other three were fine. The loose horses were eventually corralled at Limehouse, miles away from where they had bolted.

The incident, described as exceptionally rare by defense minister James Cartlidge, occurred as the horses were training for an upcoming military parade. The horses were spooked by construction noise in the upscale neighborhood of Belgravia.

Despite the chaos, no serious injuries to the public were reported. The Household Cavalry Mounted Regiment continued with their annual inspection at Hyde Park the following day, showcasing their readiness for summer pageantry events. The regiment’s mounted riders, dressed in black, red, and gold uniforms, trotted to the beat of a brass band, demonstrating their dedication to their duties.