US EditionBaa-Rgain Hunters: 50 Sheep Visit German Supermarket
A group of 50 sheep broke away from a 500-strong herd and roamed a Penny supermarket for 20 minutes, causing damage and leaving excrement, officials said.
- On Jan 5, a flock of sheep barged into a Penny discount supermarket in Burgsinn municipality, Bavaria, Germany, leaving excrement and products strewn before exiting through the front entrance.
- According to embassy posts, a herd of about 50 sheep broke away near an industrial area and a river, leading to the rogue group's store intrusion, the German Embassy in London said on Jan 7.
- About 20 minutes inside, the sheep were filmed crowding shelves and staying in the checkout area as store staff watched; video footage sent to Osthessen News showed broken wine bottles and checked unpackaged produce.
- The supermarket responded by cleaning the affected area immediately and again the next day, with Penny saying product quality is its top priority and it would not pursue claims against the shepherd.
- The German Embassy in London posted on Jan 7 naming shepherd Dieter Michler and describing the herd's movement, and `That's life,' Dieter Michler said.
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