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Ohio Deer Face Hazard from Plastic Halloween Buckets

Westlake Police urge residents to remove plastic pumpkin handles to prevent wildlife entanglement.

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Police in a suburb of Cleveland, Ohio say they have recently responded to numerous calls about deer who have gotten their heads stuck in plastic pumpkins.
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Overview

  • Multiple deer in Westlake, Ohio, have been spotted with plastic Halloween buckets stuck on their heads.
  • The Westlake Police Department has received several calls about these incidents and shared photos on social media.
  • Attempts by officers to assist the deer have been unsuccessful as the animals run away when approached.
  • Residents are advised to check their yards for plastic pumpkins and remove the handles to prevent further incidents.
  • The police emphasize the importance of minimizing hazards to wildlife during the Halloween season.