CHARLOTTE — Charlotte Fire said two horses did not survive after a trailer they were in crashed in northwest Charlotte Friday night.
A horse trailer overturned and went approximately 25 feet down an embankment on Brookshire Boulevard. The crash occurred around 8:40 p.m.
Multiple crews and veterinarians worked through the night to free the horses.
Aaron Mustafa, a business near the scene, described the chaos.
“All you see is a bunch of fire going across the street.... that’s as far as I can see,” said Mustafa.
CFD said one horse did survive and is receiving more care.
The cause of the crash is under investigation.
This is a developing story. Check back with wsoctv.com for updates.
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