Police confirm all horses have been caught after blood-covered animals ran loose through London

Police have confirmed that all five horses have been caught after the animals were spotted running wild through London.

In an update, Westminster Police confirmed: "We're pleased to confirm that all of the horses have been accounted for. We are continuing to liaise with the Army."

Earlier this morning (24 April), two horses were filmed running through the streets of London as witnesses claimed one was ‘covered in blood’.

Videos have been circulating on X as people in the capital city saw the animals running loose along the roads, with Buckingham Palace Road now closed and a cordon in place.

It’s reported that two were spotted in Aldwych, in central London, as well as nearby Tower Bridge - which is about 45 minutes on foot - as users call it ‘crazy sh*t’.

Following the incident, an army spokesperson said: “A number of military working horses became loose during routine exercise this morning. All of the horses have now been recovered and returned to camp.

“A number of personnel and horses have been injured and are receiving the appropriate medical attention.”

UPDATE | We're pleased to confirm that all of the horses have been accounted for. We are continuing to liaise with the Army

— Westminster Police | Central West BCU (@MPSWestminster) April 24, 2024

It is said at least one soldier has been injured after a ‘spooked horse’ hit several vehicles, including a tour bus. Meanwhile another member of the public was spotted lying on the pavement.

Westminster Police said in a previous statement: “We are aware of a number of horses that are currently loose in central London and are working with colleagues, including the Army, to locate them.”

The London Ambulance Service also issued a statement: “We were called at 8:25am today (April 24) to reports of a person being thrown from a horse on Buckingham Palace Road, SW1W.

“We sent resources to the scene including ambulance crews, a paramedic in a fast response car, and an incident response officer.

“Our first paramedic was on the scene in five minutes. The incident is still ongoing and we are working with our emergency services partners.”

The tour bus company explained that one of the horses ran into the side of their vehicle, but no one was injured.

The Big Tours Spokesperson said: "We confirm that one of our stationary buses sustained damage this morning during an incident involving horses from the Household Cavalry. One of the horses ran into the front of our parked vehicle.

“Fortunately, none of our team members were injured. Our primary concern lies with the welfare of the riders and animals involved in the incident.

“We are currently coordinating closely with Emergency Services to assist in any way possible. At this stage, we have no further comments to provide.”

Two horses have just been seen running down Aldwych in central London. One covered in blood. Filmed by @itvnews. pic.twitter.com/0M6A1bot6Q

— Daniel Hewitt (@DanielHewittITV) April 24, 2024

It's believed the horses bolted and threw their riders at the Horse Guards Parade at Whitehall.

LADbible has contacted the Metropolitan Police and London Ambulance Service for further comment.