Rider dies after falling from a horse in Bristol

A woman has died after falling from her horse in Bristol.

The incident occurred yesterday (Thursday 2 June) at around 6.30pm.

Forty-seven-year-old Josephine Davies was travelling along Old Hill, Winford, when the horse spooked and bolted.

She died from her injuries.

Avon and Somerset Police is appealing for anyone with any information to tel: 0845 456 7000.

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