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AK24013437

Location: Willow
Type: Wildlife

Dispatch Text:

On 2/11/24 AST responded to an aggressive moose in Willow. The caller stated a moose charged and knocked the homeowner down after the homeowner fired a warning shot from a firearm in an attempt to scare the moose away. The homeowner was evaluated by EMS and refused treatment. The moose was found by Troopers in front of the residence still acting aggressive. The moose was dispatched by AST and a charity was called to collect it.

Posted on 2/11/2024 6:47:16 AM by DPS\jrvenable

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