Woman Injured, Driver Hits Horse, Rider During Parade on Broadway at 12th Street [Oakland, CA]

Woman Hospitalized, Driver Hits Horse, Rider During Oakland Parade on Broadway

 
OAKLAND, CA (March 1, 2022) — A woman suffered an injury after a driver hit a horse and its rider during a parade on Broadway at 12th Street.
 
According to reports, the incident happened Sunday afternoon during the annual Black Joy Parade. For unknown reasons, a horse carrying a woman bolted down Broadway toward 12th Street. Although the woman screamed “Stop!”, the horse continued and reached the intersection where a black Toyota Camry slammed into it.
 
Due to the impact, the victim flew off the horse and landed on the pavement. A second horse, who also galloped away from the parade, was stopped.
 
Soon after, paramedics responded and found the unconscious woman in the street and placed a neck brace on her. Subsequently, they shuttled her to a local hospital in unknown condition while police questioned the female driver of the Toyota.
 
At this time, the incident demands further examination. Therefore, anyone with additional insight should reach out to the Oakland Police.
 
Always practice safety to keep yourself and others from harm. When you witness an unusual occurrence on the road, slow down, yield or stop. Having an awareness of your surroundings increases your level of safety.

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