Through a FOIA request to the Delaware Dept. of Agriculture, I have confirmed the following kills at that state’s two tracks in 2024.
Getaway Driver, Feb 13, Dover R
“Returned to paddock after racing and died.” Getaway was three – sudden death.
Nick Papagiorgio, Apr 20, Delaware T
“RH fracture.” Nick was eight and had already been put to the whip 51 times.
Youshouldbesolucky, May 19, Delaware S
“Rupture, sepsis.” Youshould was eight and had already been put to the whip 67 times.
Luna Calante, Jun 16, Delaware T
“Disarticulated fetlock.” Luna was three and being prepped for her first race.
Alva Starr, Jul 3, Delaware T
“RH fracture.” Alva was four.
Music Amore, Jul 13, Delaware R
“[Broke down] post-race gallop out.” Music was five.
Tissa, Aug 1, Delaware R
“Fetlock fracture.” Tissa was four.
Samyaza, Sep 14, Delaware R
“Fetlock fracture.” Samyaza was six.
Sainthoodforbrian, Sep 18, Delaware R
“Comminuted, displaced P1 fracture.” Sainthood was five.
Keep It Sexy, Sep 25, Delaware T (euth Sep 28)
“[Multiple] fractures.” Keep It Sexy was four.
Shield Maiden, Nov 20, Dover R
“Pastern fracture.” Shield was six.
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