Turkey Blocks Traffic, Faces Off With Cobb County Officers

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Cobb County police officers encountered an uncooperative turkey blocking traffic on a road in Marietta, Georgia. The officers attempted to shoo the turkey away, but the bird, dubbed "Henry" by police, refused to comply. The incident was captured on body camera and dash camera footage, which showed the officers joking about the turkey "having beef" with them as it fluffed its feathers in defiance.

Why it matters

The video of the turkey confrontation with Cobb County police has gone viral, highlighting the humorous and unexpected challenges law enforcement can face in their daily duties. It also suggests that wildlife encounters may be a recurring issue for officers in the area, as police noted similar incidents with turkeys in the past.

The details

In the footage, the officers can be heard trying to speak to the turkey and get it to move along, but Henry the turkey remains steadfast in blocking the road. The officers joke about the turkey "having beef" with them and not being "friendly" or "cooperative" in the situation.

• The incident occurred on Tuesday, March 4, 2026.
• Cobb County police released the body camera and dash cam footage on Wednesday, March 5, 2026.

What they’re saying

What’s next

Police say they are now investigating whether the turkey involved in this incident may be related to turkeys that confronted Cobb County officers in a similar situation back in 2013.