Kaohsiung Police Use Plastic Basket to Rescue Escaping Poodle from Traffic
Quick-thinking police officers in Kaohsiung's Fengshan District used a borrowed plastic basket to safely capture a poodle that was running through heavy traffic, reuniting it with its owner.
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Officers from the Nancheng Precinct of the Fengshan Police Department in Kaohsiung recently spotted a poodle darting through a busy street while on patrol. Fearing for the safety of both the animal and motorists on Linsen Road, the police immediately took action to secure the dog.
Officer Cheng You-ren noticed that the agile dog was difficult to catch by hand. He quickly borrowed a large plastic basket from a nearby resident. Just as he was preparing to trap the animal, a woman named Chen arrived on her motorcycle, frantically searching for her pet that had escaped from home.
The officer and the owner worked together to corner the dog. After several unsuccessful attempts due to the dog's speed, Cheng seized the perfect moment and threw himself forward, successfully covering the poodle with the plastic basket. The dog was then safely handed back to Mrs. Chen.
Mrs. Chen expressed deep gratitude for the officer's rapid response, saying she was lucky the police were there to help her find her dog so quickly.
The Fengshan Police Department today praised the proactive measures of the officers, which prevented potential traffic hazards. They also urged pet owners to keep a close eye on their animals and suggested microchipping them to increase the chances of recovery if they go missing.
Officer Cheng You-ren noticed that the agile dog was difficult to catch by hand. He quickly borrowed a large plastic basket from a nearby resident. Just as he was preparing to trap the animal, a woman named Chen arrived on her motorcycle, frantically searching for her pet that had escaped from home.
The officer and the owner worked together to corner the dog. After several unsuccessful attempts due to the dog's speed, Cheng seized the perfect moment and threw himself forward, successfully covering the poodle with the plastic basket. The dog was then safely handed back to Mrs. Chen.
Mrs. Chen expressed deep gratitude for the officer's rapid response, saying she was lucky the police were there to help her find her dog so quickly.
The Fengshan Police Department today praised the proactive measures of the officers, which prevented potential traffic hazards. They also urged pet owners to keep a close eye on their animals and suggested microchipping them to increase the chances of recovery if they go missing.