Some On-Track Kills in Nebraska: “Collided [With Another Horse]”; “Pulmonary Hemorrhage”; “Acute Aneurism”

In a FOIA request to the Nebraska Racing Commission, I have confirmed the following kills at that state’s tracks last year.

Fricketts, Feb 24, Fonner T
“Stumbled, fractured ankle.” Fricketts was two years old and being prepped for his debut.

Thatta Peppa, Feb 28, Fonner S
“Colic, diarrhea – died [just died, not euthanized].” Thatta was three years old.

Shrekk, Mar 12, Fonner T
“Fractured shoulder.” Shrekk was seven years old.

Crystal Symphony, Mar 13, Fonner S
“Reaction to medication – died [just died, not euthanized].” Crystal was three years old and had been raced 11 days prior.

Sweet Stroll, Mar 28, Fonner T
“Acute aneurism – died [just died, not euthanized].” Sweet was five years old.

Zen Warrior, Apr 5, Fonner R
“Fractured sesamoid, [ruptured] suspensory.” Zen was six years old.

Western Tourist, Apr 11, Fonner R
“Compound fracture.” Also: “chronic arthritis following [prior] surgery.” Western was four years old – “chronic arthritis.”

Patmo, Apr 19, Fonner R
“Collided [with another horse], knocked to the ground – euthanized.” Patmo was three years old.

Chive Up, May 15, Fonner T
“Fractured sesamoid.” Chive was six years old.

Hard to Come By, May 18, Legacy R
“Fractured sesamoid.” Hard was five years old.

Go Forever, Jun 13, Columbus R
“Compound fracture.” They also noted “previous surgeries.” Go was five years old.

Mr. Big Shot, Jun 15, Columbus R
“Acute pulmonary hemorrhage, [sudden death].” Curiously (though not really), the chart said, “fell, taken off by ambulance.” So, the ambulance was merely carting a 1,000-pound dead “athlete.” Mr. Big Shot was eight years old.