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Reindeer Rescue: Armed Forces Save Escaped Festive Animal

12/3/2025

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A reindeer escaped during a festive event in Formby, Merseyside, prompting a search by armed police, Royal Marines, and the Coastguard.
The animal was found on the beach using thermal binoculars after concerns it might enter River Mersey.
A veterinarian, supported by the Royal Marines, sedated the reindeer for transport back to its stable in Wales.
The Southport Lifeboat team assisted for five hours and described the incident as 'bizarre'.

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A reindeer escaped during a festive event in Formby, Merseyside, prompting a search by armed police, Royal Marines, and the Coastguard.
The animal was found on the beach using thermal binoculars after concerns it might enter River Mersey.
A veterinarian, supported by the Royal Marines, sedated the reindeer for transport back to its stable in Wales.
The Southport Lifeboat team assisted for five hours and described the incident as 'bizarre'.