We investigate every report we’re made aware of. If you’re a driver and come across horses running loose in the road, or a rider who has been involved in a close pass incident, we strongly encourage you report it to us. Riders can also use the Horse i app to report incidents to the British Horse Society: https://www.bhs.org.uk/go-riding/report-an-incident/incident-report-form/
Tips for drivers: (Highway code Rules 163, 166, 212, 215 et al)
- Slow down to a maximum of 10mph when passing horses in the road.
- Please don’t sound the horn or rev your engine around horses.
- If safe to do so please put at least 2 metres between yourself and the horse when passing.
Tips for riders: (Highway code Rules 49-55)
- Make sure you and your horse wear high vis clothing when out riding so you can both be clearly seen.
- Consider wearing a body camera to capture any evidence of dangerous driving on the roads.
Rural Crime Officer PC Laura Rowley says “As road users we all need to work together to provide a safe environment for everyone, including vulnerable road users. I would urge anyone with information to contact us or, if you don’t wish to speak to police, to contact independent charity Crimestoppers.”
Message Sent By Sophie Argent
(Police, Communications Officer, Corporate Communications)