Five fire crews have been sent to rescue a trapped red deer in Leavenheath (Image: Archant)
Firefighters have been called to free a red deer that is trapped in a tree near Leavenheath.
Crews were called to the trapped animal in a field off Cawley Road just before 11.15am this morning.
It is understood that the animal has been trapped in the tree since last night and is currently quite distressed.
A spokesman for Suffolk Fire and Rescue said the RSCPA has been made aware and crews are waiting for a vet to arrive to check the animal over.
Appliances from Princes Street, Nayland, Sudbury and Long Melford are currently at the scene.
Comments: Our rules
We want our comments to be a lively and valuable part of our community - a place where readers can debate and engage with the most important local issues. The ability to comment on our stories is a privilege, not a right, however, and that privilege may be withdrawn if it is abused or misused.
Please report any comments that break our rules.
Read the rules here