Like anyone struggling to adjust to a new place, a zebra named Ed decided to bolt. Just one day after arriving at his new home in Rutherford County, Tennessee, Ed dashed into the nearby woods, setting off a week-long chase that ended with a dramatic aerial rescue and a viral video.
According to the Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office, Ed was reported missing on May 31—only 24 hours after he was brought home. Over the following days, the elusive zebra was spotted several times across the region, including along the busy Interstate 24. To prevent accidents, authorities temporarily shut down parts of the highway while trying to capture him.
Despite numerous efforts, Ed managed to outsmart rescuers and vanish into Tennessee’s greenery.
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Viral Helicopter Rescue
The chase finally came to a close on Sunday when aviation crews from the sheriff’s office airlifted the zebra to safety. In a now-viral video, Ed is seen suspended mid-air—his legs dangling and his head poking out of a safety basket.
“Ed was airlifted and flown by helicopter back to a waiting animal trailer,” the sheriff’s office confirmed in a statement.
The unusual and heartwarming rescue scene quickly captured attention online, turning Ed into a surprise internet sensation.
Ed has since been safely reunited with his owners, bringing the wild episode to a happy close.
