Hero cop enjoys retirement aged 20 after glittering career
One of the country's most iconic members of Police Scotland's Mounted Unit, Inverness spent 12 years with the force.
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A HERO horse is enjoying retirement after quitting Police Scotland to enjoy his golden years.
The Clydesdale, named Inverness, supported cops at some of the
highest-profile events in the country - from the 2014 Commonwealth Games, COP26 in Glasgow, and The Open Golf Championship.
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He settled into his new life very quickly.
While he also provided a calm presence at countless Old Firm and Edinburgh derby matches as well as maintaining public order during historic moments, such as the 2016 Scottish Cup Final at Hampden Park and the 2021 title celebrations in George Square following Rangers' Premiership victory.
One of the country's most iconic members of Police Scotland's Mounted Unit, Inverness spent 12 years with the force.
He's now enjoying a slower pace of life in the Chiltern Hills after retiring to The Horse Trust where he shares a home in Buckinghamshire with some familiar faces, including fellow Police
Scotland retirees Kilsyth and Edinburgh, and is quickly becoming part of his new herd.
The group also includes several Lancashire Police horses, City of London Police horse Scooby, and retired English Heritage historical reenactment cob, Bob – who Inverness has grown particularly fond of.
Inverness was known for hating the rain and people always joked he was destined for sunny weather.
And now he's already making the most of the warmer southern climate.
He recently had a fresh clip to help him adjust to the
unseasonably warm spring.
Staff couldn't help but smile as he stood patiently and clearly enjoyed the extra attention from their team.
Constable Claire Knowles, Instructor and Assessor with Police Scotland's Mounted Unit, reflected on his service: 'Inverness has had a full and varied career and has partnered with many riders.
"As well as his front-line duties, he helped train new officers through Standard Equitation Courses – recruits will no doubt remember how he helped tone their core muscles.
Watch terrified Jamie Carragher's hilarious reaction as he jumps out of skin live on Sky when POLICE HORSE walks past
"He's affectionate and quirky – he'll be sorely missed, and we wish him the very best in retirement.'
Steven Grice, Equine Care Officer at The Horse Trust, added: 'At 17.2hh, he's certainly the tallest member of the group, and the others are still getting used to his towering presence.
"Sociable and curious, Inverness often strolls over during field checks and has even been lending a hoof to Groom Ed as he cleaned
out the water trough.
"We're thrilled to have him here and look forward to seeing how he
continues to settle in over time.'
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