Safely rescued after another run through central London

Three military horses were rescued after escaping through central London.

The incident occurred when six horses of the Household Cavalry Mounted Regiment were carrying out a routine exercise under the supervision of five soldiers.

The lead horse was able to break free after being frightened by a London bus.

This resulted in two riders being thrown from their horses, which also broke free.

The animals ran from Seville Street to South Eaton Place, where a horse was found.

Two horses continued along Belgrave Road to Vauxhall Bridge before being stopped.

The Ministry of Defence confirmed that all people were collected and returned to Hyde Park Barracks by 9:55am.

It was said that none of the three horses had been involved in the previous runaway on April 24.

In this incident, four soldiers were thrown from their horses after five horses ran away.

The animals then collided with several vehicles, resulting in several injuries.

Although incidents like this may seem dramatic, it is not uncommon for horses to become frightened.

Soldiers are trained to deal with runaway horses and in most cases get the situation under control within minutes.

An army spokesman said of the latest incident: “We can confirm that three horses from the Household Cavalry Mounted Regiment broke free from their riders during an exercise this morning.

“They were rescued quickly and safely.

“One horse sustained minor injuries, but no further treatment is required and the soldiers involved were not injured.”

A Metropolitan Police spokesman added: “We are aware of several horses running loose in central London and we have been working with the army to locate them.”

“We are pleased to confirm that all horses have been found. We continue to be in contact with the Army.”