Deer With Can Stuck On Head Rescued

Trumbull, CT-- Trumbull animal control officers rescued a deer that had a can tight on its head Tuesday.

Animal Control Officer Lynn Dellabianca and Sgt. Doug Smith responded to the area of Strobel and Doe Hollow roads after a resident reported a deer wandering around with what appeared to be a bag on its head.

They found the deer with a metal watering can on its head. Dellabianca slipped a leash around the deer’s neck and secured it to a tree so it wouldn’t run off.

The deer thrashed about until it tired, said Lt. Leonard Scinto, police spokesman.

Smith approached the deer and was able to remove the can. It was so tight on the deer’s head that it made a popping noise when removed.

The deer was untied from the tree an left the area. It didn’t appear harmed.

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