A Moose is on the Loose in One Northern Colorado Town

Most of the time, you would need to head into the high country of the Rocky Mountains in hopes of seeing large wildlife. If you have the type of luck I do, you can go on a mission to see elk, bears, or moose and still see nothing on the trip.

brown moose on green grass during daytime

Every now and then, those who don't really venture into the mountains get the rare occasion of seeing wildlife in their backyard, as the wildlife can get confused and meander into Front Range communities.

Moose on the Loose Near I-25 in Frederick

If you happen to be in or around the town of Frederick, be on the lookout, and be aware that there is a moose on the loose. The Frederick Police Department posted a notice on Facebook Wednesday morning that a wayward moose is wandering around the area of the West Frontage Road and Interstate 25.

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Frederick Police will be working with Colorado Parks and Wildlife to locate the moose. Once it is located, there is a great chance the moose will be relocated back into the Rocky Mountains, where it belongs.

Frederick Police Warn Residents to Avoid the Area

In the meantime, the Frederick Police Department is warning residents to avoid the area and slow down for the safety of everyone. This is not the time to go on a wildlife watching excursion in Frederick.

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Moose have been known to be aggressive, especially when they feel threatened. If you have had the privilege of seeing a moose in person, you know they are massive creatures, and they can cause major injuries with little to no effort.