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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Matthew Cooper

Liam the bull rehomed after unexpected city break across Birmingham

  • A bull escaped from an abattoir and was seen running through the streets of Birmingham on Friday morning.
  • Birmingham City Council staff safely contained the bull in New Bond Street, Digbeth, after it was spotted by passers-by.
  • The bull, estimated to be around two years old, was cared for by the West Midlands Police after being checked by an animal welfare team.
  • Hillside Animal Sanctuary in Frettenham, near Norwich, offered the bull a permanent home after being alerted to its escape.
  • The bull, named Liam, arrived at Hillside sanctuary on Saturday and will live with 750 other rescued cattle.

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