Fundraising saves eight pigs from slaughter after A127 escape
Fourteen pigs escaped onto the A127 near Dunton, causing the road to close; five were shot at the scene for safety reasons. Donations have helped save eight others from slaughter, drawing attention to the challenges of finding safe homes for animals after an escape.
Abigail was found in a resident’s garden and taken to Tower Hill Stables, which agreed to take in seven more pigs. A local fundraiser raised £6,000 for their care, and three pigs have been reunited with their mother. The sanctuary looks after 400 animals and says it spends £25,000 a month on food.
In short
- Five of 14 escaped pigs were shot at the scene.
- Donations raised £6,000 to save eight pigs from slaughter.
- Tower Hill Stables cares for 400 animals.
Explained simply
Pigs kept in groups can be difficult to move safely if they escape, especially near a busy road. Police or other responders may decide to kill animals at the scene if they pose an immediate danger to traffic or people.
Tower Hill Stables is an animal sanctuary that takes in rescued animals. Caring for pigs requires secure space, regular food and ongoing veterinary care, so finding a home for them can be difficult. The case also highlights the role local residents and fundraising can play in supporting animal sanctuaries.
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Originally published by Daily Mail as “Pigs facing the firing squad after bringing A-road to a standstill have their bacon saved by online donors”.