Appeal for Information After Two Injured by Horse

TL;DR: Police are appealing for witnesses and footage after a man and woman were injured by a horse on Benone Strand, Limavady. The man remains in hospital with serious but non-life-threatening injuries. A 66-year-old man was arrested and later released on bail.

Police Seek Witnesses After Horse Incident on Benone Strand

Police in Northern Ireland are appealing for information after two people were injured by a horse on Benone Strand, Limavady.

The incident, which happened on Sunday 21st September, left a man and woman needing urgent medical assistance.

Inspector Jack confirmed:

• Both victims were treated at the scene by the Northern Ireland Ambulance Service and Coastguard teams before being taken to hospital.
• The man’s injuries are serious but not life-threatening.
• A 66-year-old man was arrested in connection with the investigation but has since been released on bail pending further enquiries.

Appeal for Dash-Cam and Witness Footage

Police are now urging the public to assist with the investigation.

Anyone who witnessed the incident, or who may have dash-cam or mobile phone footage, is asked to come forward. Officers are also interested in suspected vehicles that may have been linked to the scene.

Members of the public can:

• Call 101, quoting reference number 509 21/09/25.
• Report online via PSNI’s reporting portal.
• Provide information anonymously through Crimestoppers at 0800 555 111 or crimestoppers-uk.org.