Soldier Dies After Fall at Royal Windsor Horse Show; King Charles 'Deeply Shocked'

A soldier from The King's Troop, Royal Horse Artillery died on May 15, 2026, after falling from a horse at the Royal Windsor Horse Show, an event attended by King Charles III. The incident occurred at approximately 7pm, and despite receiving immediate medical treatment at the scene, the soldier was pronounced dead. Thames Valley Police is investigating the death as unexplained but non-suspicious, working alongside the Ministry of Defence, the Defence Accident Investigation Branch, and HPower. King Charles III expressed being greatly shocked and saddened by the tragedy and will share personal condolences with the victim's family. The Royal Windsor Horse Show will continue as planned, though the scheduled display by The King's Troop, Royal Horse Artillery has been cancelled. Police have appealed for information or material from the public to assist in the investigation.