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Utah Police Officer Goes Viral for Tackling Runaway Pig

The video of the capture has amassed millions of views, sparking both amusement and praise for the officer's quick action.

  • A Utah police officer, Cory Cooper, gained widespread attention after a video of him chasing and tackling a runaway pig in Grantsville went viral.
  • The incident involved Cooper and his colleagues responding to calls about pigs causing havoc in a neighborhood, leading to a humorous capture that has since garnered millions of views online.
  • The pigs, described as notorious for escaping, had been on the loose in the city for about a week before being caught.
  • Authorities are still trying to identify the pigs' owner, who has not yet come forward; the animals are currently staying at a farm and may be put up for adoption if unclaimed.
  • The viral moment has sparked a mix of amusement and support for Cooper, with many praising his quick action and others joking about his potential in football or farming.
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