The FEI was notified of an alleged case of abuse which occurred during the Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event (CCI****) in Lexington, Ky., on Saturday, April 28, involving competitor Amy Tyron (USA) and Le Samurai.
The preliminary investigation was conducted according to the regulations, whereby the Ground Jury met on Saturday following the cross country to investigate an incident of alleged abuse before fence 34. The Ground Jury collected written statements from the Fence Judges and Sector Steward and reviewed the video as well as interviewing the FEI Veterinary Delegate, Dr. Catherine Kohn. The rider, Amy Tyron, was interviewed on Sunday immediately after the morning horse inspection and gave her account of the incident. Following the interview, the Ground Jury referred the matter to the Appeal Committee. The Appeal Committee, in full possession of all the written statements and video recording, made the following decision:
According to article 164.4.5 of the FEI General Regulations: “In serious cases, immediate disqualification with one or more horses from a competition or from the whole event with a referral to the Secretary General (for referral to the Judicial Committee)."
Once the FEI has collected all reports and evidence, the case will be submitted to the Tribunal (the former Judicial Committee) and all the relevant evidence will be reviewed prior to any decision being made.
The FEI takes these matters very seriously and endeavors to ensure that the welfare of the horse is a priority.
**Latest Update** 06/05/2007**
Update regarding the case of alleged abuse at CCI 4* Lexington (USA) In relation to the case of alleged abuse involving rider Amy Tryon (USA) and horse Le Samurai which occurred on 28 April 2007 at CCI 4* Lexington, please be informed that rider Amy Tryon has requested a hearing and in turn, the FEI has scheduled a hearing to be held on 25 June in Lausanne.
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USEF Statement on the Injury to Le Samurai
Statement From Amy Tryon
Team Tryon Website
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