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'HeeHaw' the donkey shot, killed by police amid search for missing child
ABC7 Bay Area • • nation
Key Points:
- A Georgia police officer shot and killed a family's pet donkey named "HeeHaw" while searching for a missing child at Elsberry Riding and Farm in Cedartown.
- The donkey was raised from one hour old by Hannah Israel, who described HeeHaw as a beloved member of her family.
- Police Chief Jamie Newsom confirmed the existence of body cam footage but declined to provide details, citing an ongoing investigation by the Georgia Department of Agriculture Law Enforcement division.
- The missing child was safely found at a nearby church, and the officer involved has been placed on paid administrative leave.
- Israel has raised over $119,000 through an online fundraiser to establish a foundation in HeeHaw’s name.
