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In Tallahassee, a herd of escaped water buffalo caused a vehicle crash on Highway 90, confusing residents and leaving one car totaled. The buffalo’s escape raises questions about their safety and the circumstances behind their release. As investigations continue, community members are left buzzing about this surprising event on an ordinary day.
Tallahassee Reels After Wild Buffalo Encounter on Highway 90
In the sunny city of Tallahassee, residents were recently shaken when a herd of escaped water buffalo caused a vehicle crash on the bustling Highway 90. It all went down on March 14, just off Mahan Drive, where something decidedly unusual unfolded on an ordinary day.
A Highway Surprise
The excitement began when a vehicle collided with the wayward water buffalo, creating a scene that one mother soon shared on social media. In a now-deleted Facebook post, she described how her son, while driving home from work, found himself face-to-face with a herd of these massive creatures right in the middle of the road. He didn’t see them in time, and his car was sadly, and quite dramatically, totaled in the process. Thankfully, he emerged shaken but uninjured from the experience, but it was enough to leave him with quite a story to tell.
A photo shared in the mother’s post provided a glimpse into the chaos: the mangled front end of the car, along with what appeared to be a deceased buffalo nearby. Yes, you read that right—a deadly encounter, keeping everyone in the community buzzing with concern and curiosity.
The Water Buffalo Mystery
So, how did these creatures find themselves roaming free? Well, it turns out that the Tallahassee Automobile Museum, located at a nearby address of 6,800 Mahan Drive, previously had housed these buffalo on the premises. DeVoe Moore, the museum’s owner and a long-time local business figure, had sold part of the land to make way for an upcoming Amazon distribution facility about three miles away.
In this transition, Moore decided to relocate his 18 water buffalo to a fenced property along Highway 90, which was meant to keep them safe. But it seems like someone had other plans! Reports indicated that the buffalo managed to escape, and Moore believes this was no accident—he claims that someone intentionally cut the fences at multiple points during the night with the help of cutters. What a shocking twist to this story!
The Leon County Sheriff’s Office has taken the initiative to investigate the damage to the fence but so far, no arrests have been made. With the perpetrator still unidentified, the mystery deepens.
A Tough Decision
DeVoe Moore, now 85, shared his sorrow as he faced the heartbreaking reality of having to remove the buffalo from his property, feeling like he was losing a long-time friend or pet. These buffalo aren’t just livestock; they’re part of the fabric of his life and even represent a unique agricultural project he started back in 1998. The animals were initially brought onto his land following the fallout from plans to build a baseball stadium, as Moore opted to start a farming project requiring these fascinating creatures for land management.
As part of his plans, he is now looking to relocate the remaining buffalo to a plantation in Georgia. It’s a bittersweet move for Moore, who has spent years nurturing these animals and has become a respected figure for his contributions to local development.
Looking Ahead
While Moore remains aware of the discussions happening on social media about the vehicle crash, he has yet to dive into the specifics, as he is also awaiting an incident report from the Sheriff’s Office. Throughout this whole ordeal, the entire community has been left wondering how a peaceful day could take such an unexpected turn.
As the dust settles, one thing is clear: this incident with the water buffalo has left an indelible mark on Tallahassee, a blend of rural charm and lively roads intersecting in this shocking escapade. It’s not every day a herd of water buffalo becomes the talk of the town, right? Buckle up, folks, this story is sure to grow as more details come to light!
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