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Wayward, pregnant goat rescued from side of Georgia interstate by deputy
By Kimberly Wright at WSB-TV (ABC) - News
· June 26, 2026
· 1 min read
A Haralson County deputy had to escort a pregnant goat from the side of the interstate Thursday.In a social media post, the sheriff’s office said Mason Bell, a deputy with the Crime Suppression Unit, stopped when he saw the very pregnant goat walking the side of the interstate.Bodycam video shows...
Key takeaway “As you can tell from the video, the goat was not very happy, but we are happy to report that she was safely taken off I-20 and turned over to the animal shelter,” the sheriff’s office said.
Why this matters in The Atlanta
The rescue of a pregnant goat from the side of I-20 by a Haralson County deputy raises concerns about animal safety and welfare in the Atlanta area. This incident highlights the potential risks that stray animals pose to themselves and motorists on the region's busy highways. The fact that the goat was able to wander onto the interstate underscores the need for local residents to ensure their animals are properly secured and for drivers to remain vigilant while on the road. The deputy's actions in this case likely prevented a potentially dangerous situation, and the goat's safe relocation to an animal shelter is a positive outcome. As the Atlanta area continues to grow and develop, it is crucial for local authorities and residents to prioritize animal control and public safety measures to prevent similar incidents in the future.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 26, 2026 ·
Source: WSB-TV (ABC) - News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A Haralson County deputy had to escort a pregnant goat from the side of the interstate Thursday.In a social media post, the sheriff’s office said Mason Bell, a deputy with the Crime Suppression Unit, stopped when he saw the very pregnant goat walking the side of the interstate.Bodycam video shows...
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