Horse washed with high-pressure cleaner panicked
The unusual incident was captured on camera in Maków Mazowiecki. Police received a report from a nearby car wash facility, where one of the customers decided to wash his horse.
An unusual incident was caught on camera in Maków Mazowiecki (85 km north of Warsaw).
A customer at a car wash decided to wash his horse using a high-pressure cleaner. The horse panicked and damaged the washing facility.
Veterinarian gives all-clear
Fortunately, the horse was examined by a veterinarian and no injuries were found. Police in Maków Mazowiecki, represented by Deputy Commissioner Monika Winnik, stated that the horse likely did not come into contact with any harmful cleaning agents. Nevertheless, the animal rights organisation Viva is preparing a formal complaint.
The incident occurred on Saturday afternoon (18 January 2025). Police received a report of property damage at a car wash involving a horse. Footage showed that the animal, which was being washed by two men, panicked.
Police investigate after video analysis
Police took action and called in a veterinarian. Video footage was secured to establish the identity of the horse's owner and his companion. Following analysis of the footage, the 43-year-old horse owner appeared at the police station and gave his statement. The 52-year-old companion also made a detailed statement. After the necessary steps were taken, the men were released without charges being filed so far.
Police checked the living conditions of the horse and other animals belonging to the owner and found no cause for concern. It was also established that no harmful cleaning agents had been used. Further legal steps to assess the incident are under way, according to Monika Winnik.
Animal rights organisation prepares formal complaint
Representatives of the animal rights organisation Viva are shocked by the situation and are preparing a report for the public prosecutor's office. Paweł Artyfikiewicz from Viva said: «I have never heard of a horse being washed with a high-pressure cleaner. A horse should be brushed! This procedure is completely pointless and serves no purpose.»
The police urge everyone to immediately report suspicious situations in animal care. Officers are prepared to investigate every report and ensure the well-being of our animals. Such incidents show how important a strong animal protection law is.
