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Ponies join morning rush on Florida's Turnpike

MIRAMAR, Florida -- A group of five miniature horses were on the run Wednesday morning near Florida's Turnpike, reports CBS Miami.

The horses had gotten out of a home in Miramar near the Turnpike.

"I think they were looking for freedom," said neighbor Benny Puentes. "We had a break away high speed chase. We had some donkeys on the highway thankfully FHP was here to keep them under control."

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Ponies running down a street near Florida's Turnpike. CBS Miami

Well actually they aren't donkey's. They are miniature horses. Puentes spotted the herd during the morning rush.

"Luckily, I was out for a jog and saw them," said Puentes.

His morning jog turned into more of a workout. He along with others helped Florida Highway Patrol corral the runaway horses.

Authorities could be seen going after the group who would then run in the opposite direction.

"There was a hole in the fence over there at that empty property next-door and they ended up on the highway side road," said Puentes.

Around 9 a.m., the ponies were back in a fenced area. The ponies were not injured, CBS Miami reports.

"No nobody was hurt except for a little cut on the finger but we're alright," said Puentes.

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