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State Patrol, Department Of Wildlife Relocate Moose Near I-25 In Larimer County

LARIMER COUNTY, Colo. (CBS4) - The Colorado State Patrol had to jump into action when a moose tried to cross Interstate 25 Sunday morning in Larimer County.

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(credit: Colorado State Patrol)

The moose was spotted around 10 a.m. munching on a tree near I-25 and Highway 34. Troopers called in the Department of Wildlife to help. They were able to safely tranquilize the animal.

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(credit: Colorado State Patrol)

The moose will be relocated back to the mountains.

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