Overview

• Brad McMichael, 45, was attacked Friday evening on his farm in Jones, Oklahoma by two water buffalo he had purchased at auction the night before.
• First responders were initially unable to reach McMichael and killed one buffalo to reach him after he suffered multiple deep lacerations.
• A second water buffalo was later euthanized when it showed aggressive behavior toward officers and emergency personnel.
• Jones Police Chief Bryan Farrington says no definitive cause for the animals’ aggression has been identified and the investigation remains active.
• The incident has sparked scrutiny of safety protocols for transporting and handling exotic livestock in rural communities.