Black Cow and Bull Evade Marshfield Police on Route 3A
Authorities set up a feeding corral Friday, hoping to capture the two animals by Saturday and return them to their owners.
By Harvey Wilson ·
Two black cattle, a cow and a bull, remain at large in Marshfield after evading police capture for several days. The animals were first reported loose near Ferry and Main streets on Thursday, according to the Marshfield Police Department.
Police describe the pair as fast and elusive. They have repeatedly wandered onto local roadways, creating hazards for drivers. The department issued a safety warning Friday, noting that both animals are still on the run.
The cattle are entirely black, which makes them hard to spot in low light or rain. On Friday, rainy conditions made visibility even worse. The animals frequently exit onto Route 3 at Main Street and then hide in the thick brush of nearby woods.
Officers set up a corral with food on Friday in an effort to lure the animals in. Police aim to catch them on Saturday and return them to their owners. It is not yet clear how the pair got loose.
Drivers are urged to exercise caution on Route 3A, specifically between the Marshfield Fair and St. Christine's Church and the VFW. If residents spot the animals near a roadway, they should not approach them. Instead, they should report the location to Marshfield police at 781-834-6655.
