The incident happened on Spook Rock Road Sunday evening, according to the Town of Ramapo Police Department.
Officials say it appeared the swan broke its leg and was in need of help.
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After a little struggle, officers and local wildlife experts were able to successfully catch the swan so they could take it to a veterinarian.
The bird will be sent to a rehabilitation farm, officers said.
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