WILTON — A horse had to be put down and its rider hospitalized after they were struck by a car in Sacramento County, authorities said Friday night. California Highway Patrol's South Sacramento division said it happened along Cosumnes Road in the Wilton area, east of Elk Grove. The horse's rider, a man in his 50s, was ejected from the animal during the collision and also suffered major injuries, the CHP said. The rider has been taken to an area hospital.
Main Idea: A horse was killed and its rider was badly hurt after they were hit by a car in Sacramento County.
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A serious crash can raise medical costs, disrupt travel, and worry people who use rural roads or ride horses near traffic.
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