Police work can sometimes expose officers to some pretty unusual situations that may never be repeated.

Such was the case in Placentia this week, when Constable Todd Hussey was called to the Lion’s Manor Nursing Home where a juvenile – and very territorial – bald eagle was blocking the building’s front door.

The bird appeared to be preoccupied with its own reflection in the glass door, but its imposing presence was enough to keep staff and residents indoors.

Wildlife crews were busy working the fire in Conception Bay North, forcing Constable Hussey to channel his “inner wildlife whisperer” to outwit the agitated raptor.

He managed to safely corral the big bird, using a cage typically used for small mammals, much to the amusement and relief of the manor’s staff and residents.

Watch as #RCMPNL Cst. Todd Hussey channels his inner wildlife whisperer to outwit a territorial bald eagle, that blocked the front door of the Lion’s Manor Nursing Home in Placentia. 1/3 pic.twitter.com/vFKmysKNBc

— RCMP Newfoundland and Labrador (@RCMPNL) August 27, 2025