Injured Bald Eagle Rescued Near Lake Cook Road In Riverwoods

RIVERWOODS, IL — An injured bald eagle was taken to a wildlife rehabilitation center after a Riverwoods police officer and a bird rescue volunteer helped safely capture it near Portwine and Lake Cook roads.

Riverwoods police responded Nov. 4 to a report of the injured bird next to the water treatment building, according to a department announcement.

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Officer Mike Johnson handled the call and contacted Chicago Bird Collision Monitors, which sent someone to assist.

Together, they safely captured the eagle and placed it in a transport cage. The bird was then taken to a wildlife rehabilitation center in DuPage County to receive care.

The department credited the quick response and teamwork with getting the eagle the help it needed.