NYPD Officers Rescue Injured Bald Eagle on Hudson River

While surveying ice on the Hudson River, NYPD Harbor Unit Officer Michael Russo discovered an injured American bald eagle trapped on the ice. The bird was wet, bloody, and screeching, prompting officers to consult the Department of Environmental Conservation for rescue guidance. Using a catch noose to subdue it, they safely brought the eagle on board, where it remained compliant during the process. The eagle is now in stable condition at the Raptor Trust in New Jersey, undergoing treatment for serious injuries.

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