A carriage ride incident involving two horses at the Kingsgate Center in Lubbock led organizers to cancel all remaining carriage rides for the season, following a crash that occurred Tuesday evening.
The incident happened on Dec. 23, 2025, when the horses pulling a carriage reportedly crashed while operating at the shopping center. During the incident, one passenger fell from the carriage. Authorities and event organizers confirmed that no injuries were reported as a result of the fall, and the passenger declined medical treatment at the scene.
Emergency responders were notified and responded as a precaution, according to officials. After assessing the situation, no further medical action was required. The horses involved were not reported to have caused additional damage beyond the initial incident.
Organizers of the carriage rides announced later that evening that all remaining rides scheduled for the season at Kingsgate Center would be canceled. The decision was described as a precautionary measure, taken out of concern for public safety following the unexpected crash.
No specific cause for the incident has been released. Officials have not provided details on whether environmental conditions, equipment issues, or other factors may have contributed to the horses crashing. The incident remains under review, and no further information has been made public.
The carriage rides were part of seasonal activities offered at the shopping center and had been operating prior to the incident without reported problems. The cancellation applies only to the remaining rides scheduled for the current season.
Authorities and event organizers have stated that updates will be provided if additional information becomes available. As of now, no changes to other activities at Kingsgate Center have been announced.
The incident serves as a reminder of the unpredictable nature of animal-powered attractions, even when safety measures are in place. Organizers emphasized that the cancellation decision was made solely as a precaution, despite the lack of injuries.
No further statements have been released, and the review of the incident is ongoing.
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