Police in Ohio rescue owl trapped in soccer net

On the morning of July 19, 2026, police officers in the city of Avon, Ohio, conducted an unusual rescue operation after a wild owl became trapped in a soccer goal net. Responding to the emergency call, the officers arrived on the scene and carefully navigated the situation to free the bird without causing it any physical harm.

To safely release the animal, the officers used two brooms to stabilize the owl while using shears to cut the netting. The entire process was captured on body cameras worn by the police, and the Avon Police Department later shared the footage on social media. The video shows the owl successfully flying away immediately after being freed. The department publicly commended the two officers for their swift response, highlighting that their duties include both protecting local residents and safeguarding wildlife when the situation requires intervention.