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Exercise rider dies after two horses collide at Woodbine Racetrack

Police say a 40-year-old exercise rider has died after two horses collided at Woodbine Racetrack Friday morning.

Around 7 a.m., Toronto police say they got a call to the racetrack for a medical complaint.

Investigators say two horses collided, and a rider of one of the horses fell and was taken to hospital where he died from his injuries.

UPDATE: Exercise rider dies following main track accident https://t.co/ar782PZO9j

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“We are deeply saddened by the loss of one of our community this morning and our hearts and condolences go out to the family and friends,” said Jamie Martin, Executive Vice-President Racing for Woodbine Entertainment Group in a statement.

Police were unsure if there was a second rider, but confirmed only one man was transported to hospital.

Woodbine says no horses were injured in the incident.

All eight races scheduled for Friday afternoon have been cancelled.

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