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The death of a woman in Wiltshire has left the community in shock and mourning. The 50-year-old equestrian, known for her passion and skill in horse riding, tragically lost her life in a devastating accident.

The news of her death has sent waves of sorrow and disbelief throughout the tight-knit community, leaving friends, family, and also fellow equestrians grappling with a profound sense of loss. The rider belonged to the small town named Melksham in Wiltshire. On that fateful evening, she went horse riding when the horse reacted quite uncharacteristically, throwing her off and causing the fatal accident.

Unraveling the Details of Equestrian in the Devastating Incident 

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The police have yet to reveal the name of the rider. All we know is that she lived in Melksham. The woman went horse riding on Bollands Hill near Seend on July 9. According to initial reports from the police, she died from falling off her horse not long after 3:40 p.m. Her horse was spooked by the sudden arrival of a motorcycle at a blind bend. In that moment of panic, the horse threw its rider to the ground. The police authorities are currently investigating the incident and gathering more information to determine if the motorcyclist is to blame.

As of now, the police haven’t arrested the motorcyclist or filed any charges. According to a report from ITVX, “The motorcyclist and horse were also left with minor injuries”. But the woman did not survive and perished on the scene. The police are going through the details of the accident with a fine toothcomb and will soon have a complete report on the matter.

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A Thorough Investigation Ensues

The Wiltshire Police had the difficult job of informing the next of kin of the rider’s death. They even questioned the motorcyclist about the accident and took down his statement. However, to be completely sure of the statement, the police have started asking around for an eyewitness.

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Till the time the statement can be verified, the official statement will remain, “A woman has died following an incident involving a horse and a motorcyclist on Bollands Hill near Seend yesterday afternoon (09/07)”. The authorities have also expressed their grief at the woman’s death in the tragic accident. If there was any foul play involved, the police are determined to find it. 

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