Troopers Rescue Kitten Found Hiding Under Concrete Barrier on Busy Interstate
OLYMPIA, WASH. — A heartwarming moment unfolded on a busy Washington interstate this week when state troopers rescued a frightened kitten that had become trapped beneath a concrete barrier along the highway.
According to Washington State Patrol (WSP), several motorists spotted the tiny feline stranded in the roadway and immediately alerted authorities. The kitten was hiding under a concrete divider separating the lanes of traffic, prompting an urgent response from troopers.
Drivers Alert Troopers to the Rescue
Dashcam and bodycam footage shared by FOX News and @wastatepatrol on social media shows troopers kneeling down near the barrier and carefully reaching underneath to coax the kitten out. One trooper can be heard softly calling to the animal before gently pulling it to safety.
The rescue took place amid active highway traffic, with officers temporarily blocking lanes to ensure the safety of both rescuers and the animal.
“We’re just glad we got to it before something worse happened,” one trooper said. “It was scared and shaking, but safe once we got it out.”
Kitten Safe and Headed to New Home
After the kitten was freed, troopers checked it for injuries and found that it was in good health despite the ordeal. The small gray-and-white feline has since been turned over to local animal services and will soon be placed in a new home.
The Washington State Patrol shared the video online, where it quickly went viral, receiving thousands of views and comments from people praising the troopers for their compassion.
“This could’ve ended tragically, but thanks to alert drivers and quick-acting officers, it’s a happy ending,” a WSP spokesperson said in a statement.
A Reminder to Stay Vigilant on the Roads
Authorities are reminding drivers to report any animals spotted on highways rather than attempting rescues themselves, as traffic conditions can make such situations dangerous.
The quick-thinking motorists who contacted troopers are being credited with saving the kitten’s life.
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Social Media Reaction
The video, shared across social platforms, has drawn widespread praise and heartwarming comments.
One viewer wrote, “This made my day. Bless those officers for saving that tiny life.” Another added, “You never realize how many heroes wear uniforms until you see moments like this.”
The rescued kitten is now safe, warm, and awaiting adoption — a happy ending to what could have been a tragic highway story.
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