We are grateful for the due consideration given by the members of the public to not making loud noises around our horses,” an army spokesman said.

Five spooked British military horses, one of which appeared to be covered in blood, escaped their handlers Wednesday and galloped through London.

They initially became spooked by loud construction during a routine military exercise in Belgravia, the Army said. Officers said the horses had been recovered and returned to camp. Two of the animals were finally recovered in Limehouse in east London,