Georgia investigator saves injured hawk struck by vehicle

Investigator happens to be licensed falconer

Glynn County Police Department

GLYNN COUNTY, Fla. – A Glynn County Police Department investigator -- who happens to be a licensed falconer -- rescued a hawk on Tuesday after it was struck by a vehicle.

The police department said the red-tailed hawk was eating a meal when it was injured.

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Luckily for the large bird, investigator Lowrey’s “unique talents” were put to use and he handled the hawk safely and transported it to a rehabilitation center so it can recover, the department said. The Facebook post did not include the investigator’s first name.

Investigator Lowrey is also attached to GCPD’s Special Response Team.

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Posted by Glynn County Police Department on Tuesday, August 11, 2020