Farm Sanctuary needs your help!  They are currently collecting funds to transport Jay the bull (at left) to their shelter in New York.  Jay’s story is sad but unlike his fellow passengers, he’ll soon be able to enjoy his new life:

The accident happened just before midnight, when a 1999 Peterbilt semi hauling 34 cattle headed west on I-94 crashed into a 2011 Volvo semi at State Road 49 near Chesterton, Indiana. The driver of the cattle trailer was on his citizens’ band radio talking to another driver when he hit the rear of the other truck. According to Indiana State Police, the tractor caught fire and ruptured, releasing the terrified animals onto the highway. The truck’s driver dove out his window to escape the fire, but 18 of the 34 cattle perished, and others were injured. Of the 16 cattle who survived, seven attempted to escape with their lives, but as of 6 a.m. Tuesday, all had been accounted for, except one. According to Indiana State Police Sgt. Ann Wojas, the determined 2-year-old bull attempted to jump the 3-foot concrete median into the eastbound lanes but didn’t make it. After eluding capture for 12 hours and winning the respect and admiration of local residents moved by the story of a slaughterhouse-bound bull who literally rose from the ashes to save his own life, the courageous animal was caught by local officials and taken to the Porter County Animal Shelter, where he currently awaits safe transport to Farm Sanctuary.

All of the cattle aboard the truck were bound for slaughter.  The saddest part of the whole story is that all who survived the crash and fire were rounded up and sent to slaughter still, despite their injuries.  All except Jay.

If you’re able to help out, please consider donating to Jay’s rescue fund.  Farm Sanctuary is non-profit and counts on public support to rescue and care for animals like Jay.  If you would like to donate, here is the link.  No amount is too small; every little bit helps.