In a dramatic turn of events, two riderless military horses bolted and ran for miles through the streets of London, causing chaos during morning rush hour. The incident occurred near Buckingham Palace, where a group of four horses broke free during routine exercises.

Witnesses captured the wild spectacle on video, as the horses galloped through central London, narrowly avoiding collisions with cyclists and a motorbike rider at a traffic light. The horses, part of the Household Cavalry, the ceremonial guard of the monarch, caused damage to a taxi and a tour bus along their path.

Sadly, the two horses, named Vida and Trojan, were in serious condition after their ordeal. Vida was seen drenched in blood as it ran through the streets, while Trojan was involved in a collision with a taxi. Both horses underwent operations and are being closely monitored. However, the animals are said to still be alive, according to defense minister James Cartlidge.

Among the chaos, three soldiers who were thrown from their horses were hospitalized with injuries. Fortunately, they are expected to fully recover and return to work, according to the British Army. The fate of the two horses with the worst injuries remains uncertain.

The British Army confirmed that three of the captured horses, namely Trojan, Tennyson, and Quaker, were expected to return to duty. Quaker, who suffered lacerations, was transferred to an equine hospital for specialized care.

The incident caused concern among members of the public, as the images of Vida running through London soaked in blood were described as "horrifying" by the army. However, no serious injuries to the public were reported.

The horses had been training for an upcoming military parade when they were spooked by the sound of construction materials at a work site in Belgravia, a neighborhood near Buckingham Palace. This caused them to bolt uncontrollably.

The British Army highlighted that this kind of incident is exceptionally rare, considering the daily training involving approximately 150 horses. Cartlidge assured the public that they will closely monitor the situation.

Following the incident, all the captured horses were safely corralled at Limehouse, about five miles from where they initially bolted. They were subsequently taken back to barracks in Hyde Park.

Despite the untoward event, the Household Cavalry Mounted Regiment showcased their readiness for the upcoming summer pageantry, including Trooping the Color and state visits, during their annual inspection at Hyde Park. Over 150 horses and close to 200 participants participated in the event.

As authorities assess the full extent of the injuries sustained by the runaway horses, the incident serves as a reminder of the unpredictable nature of military exercises, even in the heart of London.