A distressing scene unfolded in Dublin over the bank holiday weekend when a horse that collapsed had to be put to sleep.
The heartbreaking incident happened in the Smithfield area of the city on Monday afternoon.
Animal welfare charity My Lovely Horse Rescue was called to the scene to provide assistance. The horse’s owner, a vet and gardai were also present.
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Despite the efforts of all involved, the horse could not be saved and was put to sleep.
The charity shared an image from the scene on Twitter as they confirmed the sad news.
A spokesperson said: “A very sad heartbreaking scene in Dublin right now, Monday 1st of May, 7.28pm. This poor horse was put to sleep by a vet, An Garda Siochana and owner present. We are deeply saddened.”
The emotional impact of the incident was felt by many, with social media flooded with messages of condolence and sympathy for the animal and those involved in trying to save it.
One person said: “Terrible and so heartbreaking, the poor horse. RIP beautiful one, fly high.”
Another commented: “Passed by this earlier in the day when it first collapsed. Poor thing. A very heart breaking scene.”
A third wrote: “Truly heartbreaking to see that. The poor horse.”
A Garda spokesperson told the Irish Mirror: "Gardaí in the Bridewell responded to an incident in the Dublin 7 area on Monday afternoon, 1st May 2023.
"An Garda Síochána are investigating all the circumstances surrounding this incident.
"No further information is available at this time."
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