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Kerrville police officer saves turtle dove - just in time for Christmas season

"Samson" is currently at the clinic recovering from his scary ordeal.
Credit: Kerrville Police Department
Officer Ake and "Samson."

SAN ANTONIO — Turtle doves are known as a beautiful symbol of Christmas and one Kerrville Police officer rescued one Wednesday afternoon - just in time for the holiday season. 

The Kerrville Police Department posted on Facebook about the heroic rescue of "Samson," a baby mourning dove also known as a turtle dove. 

According to Kerrville PD, Officer Ake saved "Samson" from terrifying traffic. He was then transported to the AWS Freeman - Fritts Animal Shelter and Clinic. 

"Samson" is currently at the clinic recovering from his scary ordeal before being transported to a wildlife refuge. 

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