New York State Trooper helps rescue Bald Eagle

August 16, 2021 @ 6:22 PM

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An injured Bald Eagle was rescued by a New York State Trooper on Sunday.

New York State Trooper Angela Gilchrist rescued the eagle on I-81 in Jefferson County.

Today a call came in for an injured bald Eagle on Interstate 81 in Jefferson County. Trooper Angela Gilchrist responded and was able to help ENCON officers in saving the eagle. pic.twitter.com/oRb6BsdvjW
— NewYorkStatePolice (@nyspolice) August 16, 2021

Environmental Conservation Police Officers were on site with Gilchrist to help enforce the Environmental Conservation Law that works to protect the State’s environment.

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