Crime & Safety
6 Hurt After Bull Escapes At CA Rodeo
Multiple people were wounded after a bull jumped a fence and escaped from an arena during a rodeo event in Northern California.
REDDING, CA — Six people were injured after a bull hopped over a fence and escaped from an arena during a bustling rodeo in Northern California on Friday.
The bull broke out from behind a fence and ran through a crowd of attendees before making it to the contestant parking area, the Redding Rodeo said in a statement.
Livestock professionals quickly wrangled the bull and placed it in a trailer. Spectators who were injured were immediately rendered first aid and care. Their conditions were not immediately known.
Find out what's happening in Across Californiafor free with the latest updates from Patch.
"We wish the best to all those affected," rodeo officials wrote. "The safety of our fans is our highest priority and we appreciate their support."
The final performance of the Redding Rodeo took place on Saturday.
Find out what's happening in Across Californiafor free with the latest updates from Patch.
Get more local news delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts.
