Equestrian Rider Dies After Falling at Event in Devon

Published on May 27, 2024

British equestrian event rider Georgie Campbell has died after a fall during a cross-country race at the Bicton International Horse Trials in Devon, England. The 36-year-old and her horse fell at fence 5b, according to governing body British Eventing. British Eventing said in a statement on Sunday, “It is with deepest regret that we announce that Georgie Campbell (GBR) suffered a fatal accident whilst competing at the Bicton International Horse Trials in Devon.” “Medical professionals attended immediately following her fall at fence 5b however, unfortunately, she could not be saved,” it added. A spokesperson from Devon and Cornwall Police told The Epoch Times on Monday they were called to reports of the death of a female horse rider in her 30s at Bicton Arena, around 3:50 p.m. on Sunday....

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