St. John's County Sheriff's Office deputy nabs, cuffs runaway emu

WGCU | By Marc Garber

Published January 15, 2026 at 11:29 PM EST

Florida deputy captures runaway emu and returns the large, flightless bird home unharmed

Emu pursued, lassoed, returned home unharmed

If you have ever tried to chase a pet or any other creature that does not wish to be caught, you will want to see this.

The AP reports that a St. John’s County deputy pursued and lassoed a runaway emu.

This unidentified deputy’s edited bodycam video from the St. John’s County Sheriff’s Office tells the story.

The emu was safely returned to its owners. No charges were filed.

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St. John's County Sheriff's Office deputy nabs, cuffs runaway emu

Emu pursued, lassoed, returned home unharmed

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