A 16-year-old girl in Dunedoo, New South Wales, Australia, tragically died after being kicked by her horse. Emergency services were called to the scene, but the girl was pronounced dead despite the efforts of first responders. This incident has left the small community in shock, as horses have been responsible for several deaths in the area.

This incident comes a few months after a famed horse trainer, Michelle O’Neill, was killed by her horse kicking her in the head during a routine training session in the Snowy Mountains. O’Neill, 49, was pronounced dead at the scene, sparking a series of local tributes from the community. She had run Cherry Tree Equine for over a decade, training both horses and riders in various disciplines.

The community in the Snowy Mountains was left “shocked and saddened” by O’Neill’s passing, with many remembering her as a humble, kind, and talented horsewoman. Her family thanked everyone for their best wishes and condolences, expressing that she would be “sadly missed by all.” The incident serves as a reminder of the dangers associated with working with horses, as they have been responsible for multiple fatalities in the region.