Residents in Croydon, South London, have been alarmed to stay away from the town center park. A 5ft tall, quarter ton, horny stag became trapped at the public attraction and was deemed to be dangerous.
During mating season, the male red deer is on the hunt for a potential mate. The stag was spotted roaring and furiously stomping on the ground and shaking its enormous antlers. Network Rail workers shooed the horny animal into Park Hill rec after it was seen near the East Croydon station.
Many of the city council employees began locking the gates to the park in order to keep the horny stag inside. Residents were advised to stay away form the area and to keep track of their pet animals, with signs being placed around the park warning people to stay clear for their own safety.
“For your safety and the welfare of the animal do not enter the park nor attempt to get close to the deer. It is a wild animal and should not be approached. The deer arrived safely of its own accord and in time will leave safely. We will do all we can to keep him safe.”
A city council spokeswoman said that around this time of year, stags become extremely aggressive while looking for a mate. “At this time of year, stags can become aggressive, so, for the safety of the public and the stag itself, the council kept the park closed over the weekend and ensured the animal had sufficient food and water.“
“For your safety and the welfare of the animal do not enter the park nor attempt to get close to the deer. It is a wild animal and should not be approached. The deer arrived safely of its own accord and in time will leave safely. We will do all we can to keep him safe.”
A city council spokeswoman said that around this time of year, stags become extremely aggressive while looking for a mate. “At this time of year, stags can become aggressive, so, for the safety of the public and the stag itself, the council kept the park closed over the weekend and ensured the animal had sufficient food and water.“
