Police and fire crews attend horsebox fire in village near Banbury

Thankfully, no people or animals were injured in the fire that took place at the junction of Kineton Road and Main Street in Oxhill on Wednesday (May 27).

The fire is believed to have started within the engine or front of the horsebox, and the driver, who was the sole occupant, was fortunately able to get out unharmed but shaken.

A spokesperson for Warwickshire Police said: “There were no horses on board at the time and the cause of the fire is unknown at this time and is believed to be mechanical rather than malicious.”

The road was closed for a number of hours to allow for the damaged vehicle to be recovered and the road to be cleared.

Following recovery, the police, along with local residents, helped to clear the remaining debris left on the road.

A spokesperson for the Shipston neighbourhood policing team has thanked Oxhill residents for their help and support.

They said: “We would also like to extend our sincere thanks to the local residents for their kindness and support throughout the incident, including offering refreshments, welcoming emergency services into their homes, and helping clear the road as much as possible.

“Your generosity was greatly appreciated.”