Mountain Mule Packers reports 3 mules killed after tragic incident
MOUNT ULLA, N.C. (WJHL) — North Carolina's Mountain Mule Packers, which provided Hurricane Helene flood relief in Appalachia, said on social media that three of its mules died after an unfortunate incident.
Mountain Mule Packers reported Sunday that three of its mules, Vader, Amigo, and Kev, were tragically killed after escaping from the pasture and being struck in the road. The ranch said a tree fell on the pasture's fence.
The ranch said the following in a social media post on Sunday:
We could not be more heartbroken over this incredible loss, and it is with great pain that we share it with you, as we know many of you have also fallen in love with these sweet animals.
We will forever honor them for their faithful, loyal, and honorable service to others as they were used in training of some of the finest military members our country has, and especially the countless hours of work they have done to help so many families affected by Hurricane Helene. Besides their service, they were more importantly a part of our family, and loved.
Please pray for us at Mountain Mule Packers and Mission Mules as we cope with this terrible loss while continuing to go forward in their honor. We know that God can comfort us and show us the way going forward.
Mountain Mule Packers
News Channel 11 reported on Vader, Amigo and Kev in December when the trio helped bring Christmas magic to the region after Hurricane Helene. That story can be read by clicking here.
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