A video from a horse meet in Bruff, County Limerick, captured a distressing incident where a terrified horse slammed into a car while trying to slow down, causing the rider to fall off. Despite crowds cheering the event, the scene drew condemnation from My Lovely Horse Rescue, an Irish charity dedicated to rescuing and rehabilitating abused animals. The charity expressed shock at the public’s reaction and called for stronger regulations and the establishment of a Garda animal crime unit to prevent such incidents.

My Lovely Horse Rescue urged people to sign their petition demanding better animal protection laws and highlighted the need for official intervention to address animal welfare concerns at such events. They also provided links for donations to support their ongoing work in rescuing neglected horses. The charity’s response underscores growing concerns about animal safety and the treatment of horses in public gatherings.