Summary
A police horse named Luna, known for wearing custom sunglasses to protect her from the sun due to an eye condition, is retiring after 13 years of service with the Thames Valley Police. Luna will be cared for by The Horse Trust, and her sunglasses will be donated to a police museum. Luna recently had surgery to remove her affected eye and is reported to be doing well.
Key Facts
- Police horse Luna wore custom sunglasses due to an eye condition.
- Her sunglasses helped protect her eyes from equine recurrent uveitis, an ongoing eye issue.
- Luna served with the Thames Valley Police for 13 years.
- She was notable for her appearance at events, including escorting the Royal Family at Royal Ascot.
- Luna continued working even after being struck during football fan disturbances in 2019.
- Her goggles, called "neigh-bands," are going to the Thames Valley Police museum.
- Luna will spend her retirement at The Horse Trust.
- Recent surgery to remove her impaired eye was successful.
