Spokane Valley deputy and locals rescue injured owl from barbed wire | Montana News | montanarightnow.com

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SPOKANE VALLEY, Wash. – A Spokane Valley deputy and several community members worked together to try and save an owl trapped in barbed wire.

The incident occurred on Halloween morning when the deputy responded to a call about the owl caught at the top of a fence.

The group managed to calm the bird and began untangling its wing from the old, rusty barbed wire.

After freeing the owl, the deputy wrapped it in a towel and placed it in their car, turning on the heater to provide warmth.

Despite their efforts, the owl died as a result of its injuries a few days later.

This story highlights the community's compassion and teamwork in trying to save the injured bird.

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