Tennessee Sheriff Airlifts Escaped Zebra to Safety

A zebra named Ed escaped from its owners in Christiana, Tennessee, sparking a unique rescue operation. The Rutherford County Sheriff's office received a call about the missing animal, which had been reported missing just a day after its owners acquired it. Sheriff's deputies located Ed and, using a helicopter, safely airlifted him to a waiting animal trailer. "It was an unusual assignment," said a spokesperson for the Sheriff's office, "but we were happy to reunite Ed with his owners." The incident highlights a little-known fact: under Tennessee law, it's legal for citizens to own zebras, giraffes, and ostriches. The successful rescue of Ed serves as a testament to the resourcefulness and dedication of the Rutherford County Sheriff's office.