Crime & Safety
Horse Trio Hitchhike Ride After I-93 Crash
Not your everyday morning commute, but a happy ending nonetheless.

WOBURN, MA — A trio of horses spent some time grazing the beautiful green off I-93 North Saturday morning after a crash wrecked their ride.
State Police said around 8:15 a.m. there was a minor multi-vehicle crash that included a pickup pulling a horse trailer. No one (or horse) was injured, but the the trailer couldn't keep going.
In came the State Police Mounted Unit carrying a large trailer. The horses ended up getting a temporary ride via police escort to where they were going. Everything was clear on the highway by 9 a.m.
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"An eventful morning with a good ending," State Police said. "We were happy to be able to help."


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