Horses Slip and Fall on Wet Ground During Sinj Festival
Translated from Croatian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Two horses pulling a carriage slipped and fell on a slippery surface in Sinj, Croatia, during a traditional tour.
- The incident caused concern among onlookers, and videos of the horses struggling to get up spread on social media.
- While the horses eventually got up, the incident sparked criticism regarding animal welfare and how people attempted to help.
An unfortunate incident occurred in the center of Sinj, Croatia, during a traditional tour and invitation of guests to the Sinjska alka event. Horses pulling a carriage slipped and fell on a slippery surface in the Sinj market square. The fall caused concern among the gathered citizens. Videos circulating on social media show the animals struggling to regain their footing on the slick ground, remaining down for a period. People attempted to assist the horses by pulling their tails and supporting them, a scene that visibly unsettled bystanders and visitors. The footage quickly spread online, eliciting numerous angry reactions, with some users criticizing the methods used to help the horses and expressing worry for their well-being. Despite the alarming visuals, the incident appears to have concluded without severe consequences for the animals.
Originally published by Veฤernji List in Croatian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.