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Escaped Sheep Forces A661 and B3 Closures in Frankfurt Before Police Capture

Police contained the animal with a mobile fence for a safe handover to a shepherd.

Overview

  • A report of a sheep at a playground in the Frankfurter Bogen district prompted the police response on Wednesday evening.
  • The animal ran onto Autobahn 661 at the Preungesheimer Dreieck, leading to a closure before it crossed lanes and continued onto Bundesstraße 3, which was also closed.
  • Officers guided the sheep onto a roadside green strip after limiting its movement with a mobile fence.
  • Police reported no injuries to people or the animal during the operation.
  • The sheep was taken into temporary care by a shepherd as authorities investigate its ownership and origin.