Cow corner: cricket match abandoned after runaway bull stops play
A cricket match in Burnopfield was abandoned after an 800kg bull escaped from a nearby farm and entered the playing field. No injuries were reported, and the animal eventually left the area on its own.
Why it matters
Illustrates the unpredictable nature of rural-urban interface incidents and their impact on community events.
The bull arrived at the playing field at about 3pm, and eventually left ‘of its own accord’ after police were called. Photograph: Martin Oswell/PA The bull arrived at the playing field at about 3pm, and eventually left ‘of its own accord’ after police were called. Photograph: Martin Oswell/PA Animals Cow corner: cricket match abandoned after runaway bull stops play Match at Burnopfield near Newcastle called off after 800kg young bull escaped from farm and stormed playing field
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