Rescue operation on the A7: Maße Bussard causes a stir!

On Wednesday, January 8, 2025, the A7 motorway between the Hannover-Süd motorway triangle and the Hildesheim-Drispenstedt junction became the scene of a rescue operation for an injured bird of prey. Drivers discovered the bird on the road shortly after 1 p.m. and then alerted the police.

The Hildesheim motorway police quickly used and captured the alleged buzzard with a network. Afterwards, the injured bird was carefully placed in a transport box and brought to Hanover to the veterinary university in order to maintain adequate treatment there. During the rescue operation, the highway towards the south was closed to about half an hour to ensure the safety of the emergency services and road users.

rescue operation and the circumstances

The event that was observed by several road users took place around 1 p.m. A photo that was taken during the rescue operation shows the bird at a moment that gives the impression that he had made a selfie. Despite the unusual circumstances, there were no further traffic disorders.

The rescue operation was carried out quickly and showed the commitment of the police, not only for traffic safety, but also for the protection of animals. The injured bird of prey received the necessary medical care so that hopefully to be able to return to freedom soon.