Horses Stampede South Carolina Rodeo, Crowd Throws Beer Cans at Police
Horses stampeded through the crowd at a Saturday night rodeo in Gaston, South Carolina, injuring several people. The situation turned chaotic when the crowd threw beer cans at police officers who came to help.
A rodeo and concert event in Gaston, South Carolina turned into chaos Saturday night when horses suddenly charged through part of the crowd.
Several people were injured in the stampede. Emergency responders rushed to help the injured, but the crowd became hostile and threw beer cans at officers.
Police arrested multiple people during the incident. One witness said they were "shaking" after the frightening experience.
The event combined a traditional rodeo with a concert, drawing a large crowd. Details about what caused the horses to stampede are still emerging.
Rodeos involve live animals that can be unpredictable, even with safety measures in place. When alcohol is served at these events, it can make crowd control more difficult for organizers.
This shows how quickly outdoor events can turn dangerous when animals are involved. It also highlights safety concerns at rodeos and other live entertainment events where alcohol is served.
Police will likely release more details about the arrests and what caused the stampede.
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