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A Spokane Valley deputy and community members showed remarkable compassion on Halloween morning by working together to free an owl trapped in barbed wire. They carefully untangled the bird and provided warmth, but despite their efforts, the owl sadly passed away days later. This story unders…

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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