A rodeo bull named Party Bus escaped from an Oregon arena during the 84th Sisters Rodeo and charged through a crowd of spectators, violently tossing and stampeding a woman who was in its path. Chaotic video shows the bull charging at the woman, knocking her down and flipping her on its head. The woman then fell to the ground under the bull’s feet as it broke through a table and fled into the parking lot. The bull’s desperate attempt at freedom was short-lived, and it was captured by rodeo pick-up men next to livestock holding pens. Three people were injured as a result of the incident, two of whom were transported to a local hospital, but were all released the following day.
During the chaos at the Sisters Rodeo, a deputy also sustained minor injuries while responding to the wild escape. The incident occurred shortly before 10 p.m. during the last run of the night, with the bull running loops around the arena trying to avoid a pair of men on horseback. A second video shows the unsuspecting crowd singing along to “God Bless the USA” as Party Bus ran around the arena before spontaneously leaping over a 7-foot fence, causing spectators to scatter out of the way. Party Bus was eventually removed from the arena following the incident.
The Sisters Rodeo Association provided a statement acknowledging the injuries sustained by three people during the incident, with two of them needing to be transported to a local hospital. Additionally, a deputy had minor injuries but it was not confirmed whether they were caused by the escaped bull. The rodeo is a popular event that draws many of the nation’s top cowboys and thousands of spectators to watch the competitions. Despite the chaotic incident, Party Bus was safely captured and removed from the arena.
Leslie Lange, who provides livestock for the rodeo including Party Bus, stated that they would be taking the bull home to do more training and ensure that a similar situation does not occur again. The Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association issued a statement regarding the incident, reminding that while rodeo is an entertaining sport, there are rare occasions where it can pose risks. The association expressed their thoughts and well wishes to those who were injured or impacted by the frightening incident. The rodeo industry will likely review safety protocols to prevent similar occurrences in the future.
The dramatic footage of the escaped rodeo bull charging through the crowd at the Sisters Rodeo generated widespread attention, with many expressing shock and concern over the incident. The video captured the moment when the bull flipped a woman in a red shirt and caused chaos as it broke through a table and ran through the parking lot. Despite the injuries sustained by several individuals, including two who were hospitalized, no fatalities were reported as a result of the incident. Authorities and rodeo personnel were able to quickly capture Party Bus and ensure the safety of the remaining spectators at the event.
The incident at the Sisters Rodeo serves as a reminder of the unpredictable nature of live events involving animals and the importance of having safety measures in place to protect both participants and spectators. While rodeo competitions are typically well-managed and controlled, unforeseen occurrences like the escape of Party Bus demonstrate the need for vigilance and preparedness in handling emergencies. Moving forward, organizers of similar events may review their protocols and procedures to prevent such incidents from happening again and to ensure the safety of everyone involved. The attention generated by the escaped rodeo bull highlights the risks inherent in these events and the importance of prioritizing safety measures to prevent accidents and injuries in the future.
