Böblingen district - Cemetery cleared due to wild boars
The police had to clear a cemetery in Steinenbronn ( Böblingen district) on Friday because of wild boars. A witness had alerted the officers to the ten-strong herd on the site. The operation also affected a nearby road, according to the police. The officers reduced the speed of the traffic there.
The wild boars were finally located in a thicket and scared away with shouts and banging noises. The majority of the herd then ran directly across the road towards the adjacent fields. Only two animals got lost for a short time on a neighboring property. A door to the property was opened for them so that they could finally reach their fellow animals.
During their escape, the wild boars had trampled down two wire mesh fences. The damage could not yet be quantified.
Police press release
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The wild boars causing disruption in Böblingen district weren't just limited to the cemetery. reports indicated they had also ventured into nearby residential areas, leading to concerns among local residents.
The incident served as a reminder of the importance of animal-human coexistence in Baden-Württemberg, with wildlife regularly venturing into urban environments.
Upon hearing about the wild boar situation, animal welfare organizations in Böblingen district offered their assistance to the police in dealing with the situation, ensuring the safety of the animals and the public.
Subsequently, the local police advised residents in the district of Böblingen to remain vigilant following the wild boar incident and take precautions to secure their properties, especially during emergencies, to protect themselves and their animals.
Source: www.stern.de
