Goats help police catch a suspect on the run in a family assault case – World News

Gracie the goat joined the police chase from a nearby property in Fieldale, Georgia, and helped stop the suspect from following him after he fled arrest in February.

The sheriff praised a goat that joined the police chase and helped officers track down a suspect on the run.

The goat, named Gracie, helped two congressmen uncover the suspect after being told he was under arrest and on the run while walking in the Fieldale, Georgia, area.

Deputy David Parnell caught the suspect on February 13 while investigating a case domestic attack.

He then chased the suspect over a fence and across a field – when the goat joined from a nearby plot.

Dept Parnell and his surprise ‘colleague’ then reached the next fence and the lead goat gave chase and followed the suspect into the woods.

Dept Parnell then assessed the situation, while the goat and another deputy caught the arrested man, reporting Martinsville Newsletter.

The Henry County Sheriff’s Office, which is investigating, thanked Gracie for her assistance in the foot chase.

A spokesman said: “Help comes in all shapes and sizes sometimes.”

Captain Scott Barker said Dept Parnell returned the goat to its owner after the matter was resolved.

Asked if the goat could be recognized by the department for its outstanding civic role and contribution to crime prevention, he added: “That’s all I know at this point.”

Authorities have yet to confirm the suspect’s name.