© Google Maps 2024Police have launched an investigation after a horse rider was struck by a car in Orkney.
The rider and horse were on Echra Road, on the A961 from the Orkney Fossil & Heritage Centre towards Burray, at around 6.30pm on Sunday when they were hit.
The car involved has been described as a Ford Fiesta.
The condition of those involved is unknown at this stage and enquiries into the incident are ongoing.
A Police Scotland spokesperson said: “Around 9.25pm on Sunday, June 23, 2024, we received a report that a horse and its rider had been struck by a Ford Fiesta around 6.30pm that evening on Echra Road.
“Enquiries are ongoing to establish more details on this incident.”
Follow STV News on WhatsApp
Scan the QR code on your mobile device for all the latest news from around the country
