A zebra named Ed, who escaped and ran loose for over a week, has been successfully located and rescued in Christiana, Tennessee. The Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office confirmed Ed was found in a pasture and safely airlifted back to an animal trailer. Eyewitness footage captured the moment of Ed being hoisted by helicopter, enveloped in a net with only his head visible.
Ed arrived in his new home on May 30, but was reported missing shortly after, triggering a series of high-profile sightings that captivated social media. He was filmed running along Interstate 24, prompting authorities to temporarily close the roadway. Despite their efforts, Ed managed to evade capture and ventured into nearby woods, leading to multiple reported sightings throughout the area.
As Ed’s escapades unfolded, he quickly became an internet celebrity, inspiring a plethora of memes depicting him in humorous scenarios—such as dining at a Waffle House or sight-seeing around Tennessee.
This amusing incident followed another recent occurrence featuring a runaway kangaroo in Alabama, illustrating the ever-appealing antics of animals on the loose. Ultimately, Ed’s tale ended well with his safe return, much to the relief of his owner and the delight of his growing fan base.