A soldier from the King’s Troop Royal Horse Artillery has died
after falling from a horse following a display at the Royal Windsor
Horse Show.
The incident happened at around 7pm on Friday evening as the
rider was leaving the arena after taking part in the ceremonial
display. Emergency treatment was provided immediately at the scene,
but the soldier suffered serious injuries and was pronounced dead
shortly afterwards.
Thames Valley Police said the death is currently being treated
as “unexplained but non-suspicious”. Officers have appealed for
witnesses or anyone with video footage or information relating to
the incident to come forward.
In a statement issued through Buckingham Palace, King Charles
III said he was “greatly shocked and saddened” by the soldier’s
death. The Palace added that the King would contact the family
privately to express his personal condolences.
The four-day Royal Windsor Horse Show, one of the country’s most
prestigious equestrian events, continued on Saturday, although the
scheduled display by the King’s Troop was cancelled as a mark of
respect.
Chief Superintendent Michael Loebenberg described the incident
as a “sad death” and said police were supporting the soldier’s
family as well as the wider military community and those connected
to the show.
The King’s Troop Royal Horse Artillery is best known for its
state ceremonial duties, including firing royal salutes in London
on major national occasions. The mounted unit regularly appears at
royal events and public displays across the country.
The identity of the soldier has not yet been released
publicly.
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