Four people were hospitalized after a bull named Party Bus escaped an arena at an Oregon rodeo and charged into patrons outside, causing chaos and injuries. The Sisters Rodeo Association confirmed that the bull had jumped an arena barrier, ran onto the rodeo grounds, and was eventually contained by livestock professionals in holding pens. The incident occurred right before the last ride of the night during the 84th Sisters Rodeo in the city of Sisters, Oregon.
Video footage verified by NBC News showed the rodeo-goer being charged and flipped by the bull, as attendees were left shocked and scared by the unexpected turn of events. The arena announcer immediately called for an emergency response, and sheriff’s deputies and private security quickly responded to the situation. Three of the injured individuals were taken to hospitals via ambulance, while one was transported in a sheriff’s cruiser. Fortunately, two of the injured were released from medical care on the same night of the incident.
Despite the chaos and injuries caused by Party Bus’ escape, organizers of the Sisters Rodeo praised the rapid and professional response of arena pickup men, rodeo staff, and local first responders for containing the situation. The Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association also commended the quick action taken to prevent further harm or mayhem. It was noted that this was the first time such a breach had happened at the Sisters Rodeo event since its inception in 1940.
Party Bus, the bull involved in the incident, had previously competed in the Sisters Rodeo Xtreme Bull Riding event and tied for third place in the first round. The stock contractor for Party Bus, Corey & Lange Rodeo of Moses Lake, Washington, confirmed that veterinarians had examined the bull and reported that it was unharmed. Despite the unexpected turn of events, the organizers of the event were relieved to hear that all injured individuals were released from medical care and were recovering at home.
The sold-out event was taking place in Sisters, Oregon, with a few hundred attendees present. The atmosphere turned chaotic and tense as the bull broke free and charged into patrons, causing injuries and panic among the crowd. The incident occurred just before the final ride of the night, with the audience enjoying a performance of Lee Greenwood’s “God Bless the U.S.A.” that was abruptly interrupted by Party Bus’ unexpected escape.
Overall, the incident at the Sisters Rodeo in Oregon left attendees shocked and injured, with four people hospitalized as a result of the bull escaping the arena and charging into patrons. The quick response of arena pickup men, rodeo staff, and first responders helped contain the situation and prevent further harm. Despite the unforeseen chaos, organizers and authorities were relieved to report that all injured individuals had been released from medical care and were recovering at home.
