OPP officer tackles unique rescue mission

Nottawasaga OPP officers place baby skunks in a bag to relocate them to safety on Thurs., July 3, 2025. (OPP)

A Nottawasaga OPP officer earned praise for her gentle handling of a unique rescue mission.

OPP Const. Rogers, who patrols the Nottawasaga area, safely relocated a family of baby skunks that police say had wandered into harm’s way.

According to an OPP social media post, Rogers encountered “a tiny, wiggly bundle of black and white fluff” while on routine patrol. Assessing the situation, she carefully guided the skunks to safety.

The rescue operation was reportedly incident-free, with no notorious defensive spray deployed.

“Skunk squad to the rescue,” OPP stated in the post on Thursday evening. “No sprays, just smiles.”

The police service noted the evening’s event showcased how officers protect residents, including the furry ones.