Two people injured after being hit by a horse in Derry

Two people were rushed to hospital with injuries after they were hit by a horse in Co Derry
Two people injured after being hit by a horse in Derry

By Nicole McBride, PA

Two people have been injured after they were hit by a horse on a beach in Co Derry.

A man who was struck in the incident in Limavady has serious injuries.

Police were called to Benone Strand at around 10;45am on Sunday alongside the Northern Ireland Ambulance Service and the coastguard.

The two victims were taken to hospital after receiving medical treatment at the scene.

A PSNI spokesperson said: “The man’s injuries are described as serious but not life-threatening.

“Our inquiries are continuing, and we would appeal to those who witnessed the collision and exactly what happened to make contact with us on 101, quoting reference number 509 21/09/25.

“We would also be keen to hear from anyone who may have any mobile or dash-cam footage of this or suspected vehicles that may have been involved.”

A 66-year-old has been arrested in connection with the investigation and has been released on bail.

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