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Army Names Lance Bombardier Ciara Sullivan, 24, in Fatal Royal Windsor Horse Show Fall

Detectives seek witness videos through a public portal.

Overview

  • Sullivan, who served with the King’s Troop, fell after leaving the arena on Friday around 7pm and died at the scene despite immediate treatment.
  • Thames Valley Police call the death unexplained and non-suspicious and are working with the Ministry of Defence and the Defence Accident Investigation Branch, which reviews military accidents.
  • Officers asked anyone with images or footage to submit them through a dedicated portal or report information via 101 or the force website.
  • Buckingham Palace said the King was greatly shocked and will send personal condolences, while senior officers and the Defence Secretary praised her service and skill.
  • Show organisers removed the King’s Troop display and said the horse received care and was uninjured at the Royal Windsor event.