Police Rescue Horse From Icy Water in Upstate New York

WATCH: Dramatic body cam footage shows Upstate New York police officers trying to rescue a horse that had fallen through ice and was stuck in a pond.

First responders across New York have been busy over the last few weeks conducting various animal rescues from icy water all over the state. Last week we told you about dog rescue a Stringham Park in Dutchess County, NY where responders successfully rescued a dog who fell through the ice.

Horse Rescue in Dutchess County, New York

Another rescue happened at the beginning of February when multiple agencies attempted to rescue two horses that got stuck on the ice in Clinton Corners, New York. Both horses were rescued but unfortunately, we later learned that "Hitch", the older mare had to be euthanized after the rescue due to injuries it suffered. So sad!!! Thankfully, a similar rescue that happened earlier this week didn't have the same result.

Police Rescue Horse Form Freezing Water in Upstate New York

It all began to unfold on Monday, February 24th, 2025 at 3:45 pm, when the Saratoga Springs Police Dispatch received a 911 call reporting that a horse had fallen through ice and was stuck in a pond. According to the Saratoga Springs Police Department, the report stated that the horse was in "imminent danger of freezing to death". Officers from the department's patrol division quickly responded to the scene and immediately began rescue efforts which were all caught on the officer's body camera.

WARNING: This video may be difficult for some to watch.

As you can see in the video SSP Officer Kyle Clinton was first on the scene and began to help the horse's owner in pulling the horse out of the water with a rope. Officers Kris Camarro and Dominic Martuscello arrived shortly after and immediately joined the rescue efforts. Thankfully working together they were all able to successfully rescue the horse from the frozen pond.

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Once the horse was removed from the water he was able to get to his feet and was walked to a nearby barn to receive veterinarian care. A rescue like this is a great example of teamwork and says a lot about the character of the officers at the Saratoga Springs Police Department. Fantastic job done by all involved!