Wild boar gatecrashes Zaragoza’s Pilar fiestas and injures woman inside city-centre bar

On the final night of Zaragoza's Fiestas del Pilar, a wild boar made an unexpected appearance in the heart of the city, causing chaos and minor injuries. The boar broke through busy streets, including Calle Asalto, Jorge Cocci, Aznar Molina, Camino Las Torres, Cesareo Alierta, Plaza de Los Sitios, Paseo Independencia, and Calle Coso, before reaching Calle Temple in the old town, where it entered a bar and charged at a woman.

Local Police, firefighters, and animal rescue teams responded immediately, cornering the boar in Calle Temple and putting it down to prevent further danger. The woman sustained minor injuries, while no other injuries or significant property damage were reported. Wild boar invasions of urban areas have become more common in Spain, with experts attributing the trend to expanding populations, milder winters, and reduced natural predators.

Authorities in various regions have implemented measures such as hunter payments, cage traps, and hiring archers to control the situation. Residents are advised to maintain a safe distance from the animals, refrain from feeding them, and avoid sudden movements if an encounter occurs.