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Escaped Cow Safely Captured After Disrupting Eppelheim Neighborhood and Rail Traffic

The multi-agency operation ended with the cow being tranquilized and returned to its enclosure, restoring normalcy to the area.

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Overview

  • A cow escaped its enclosure in Eppelheim, running loose through a residential neighborhood and causing public safety concerns.
  • The animal knocked over a motor scooter during its escape, though the rider was unharmed.
  • As the cow neared railway tracks, Deutsche Bahn was alerted, leading to train speed reductions and temporary closures of the line.
  • Police, veterinary services, animal rescue teams, and a gamekeeper coordinated efforts to manage the situation over several hours.
  • Special forces tranquilized the cow and safely transported it back to its stall, allowing train services to resume and the area to return to normal.