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Inquest Finds Accidental Death in Trampling of Norfolk Equestrian Maggie Davies

She died after developing pneumonia during treatment for traumatic chest injuries.

Overview

  • The 80-year-old was leading her horse Benny to a paddock on 8 August when the animal spooked, jolted sideways and knocked her down, then accidentally stood on her.
  • She was admitted to Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital with a sternum injury and a fractured clavicle and died there on 24 August.
  • Area coroner Johanna Thompson concluded the death was accidental following evidence heard at Norfolk Coroner's Court.
  • The specific trigger that startled the bay Connemara is unknown because Davies was unaccompanied at the time.
  • A lifelong competitor, breeder and trainer who served as president of the Carousel Riding Club, she was remembered in tributes from her husband Peter Davies and the club.