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17 horses killed in barn fire at Saratoga Casino Hotel Harness Track
Updated on: June 16, 2026 / 7:49 PM EDT / CBS News
TL;DR
- A barn fire at the Saratoga Casino Hotel Harness Track killed 17 horses and injured one.
- The fire started around 2:30 a.m. in the backstretch area.
- 11 horses belonged to trainer Robyn Mongiardo, and six belonged to trainer Timothy Benson.
- No people were harmed in the incident.
- The fire was contained to one barn, and other horses were evacuated.
- The cause of the fire is currently unknown and under investigation.