Escaped tortoise rescued on Arizona highway

In Arizona, a remarkable event took place when a large tortoise was rescued from a busy highway. This tortoise had escaped from an ostrich ranch and was found wandering along Interstate 10, a major road that connects different cities. A state trooper, along with a good-hearted motorist, came to the rescue of this adventurous tortoise. The motorist noticed the tortoise making its way across the highway and immediately contacted the authorities for assistance. The location of the rescue was in Pinal County, a dry and hot area situated between the cities of Phoenix and Tucson. nnThe tortoise, which is known as a sulcata tortoise, had managed to travel approximately three miles before being discovered. On its shell, there was a name written in fading ink: 'Stitch'. This detail led the troopers to reach out to the Rooster Cogburn Ostrich Ranch, which was located about three miles away from where Stitch was found. The ranch confirmed that Stitch was indeed one of their tortoises that had recently escaped. They expressed their gratitude for the safe return of Stitch, showing how much they cared for their animals. nnThe Arizona Department of Public Safety shared this heartwarming story on social media, expressing their happiness that Stitch was back home. This incident highlights the importance of looking out for animals in need and how teamwork can lead to positive outcomes. It also serves as a reminder that sometimes, animals can find themselves in tricky situations, but with the help of caring individuals, they can be rescued and returned to their homes.