ANDOVER, Mass. (WWLP) - A young raptor was safely rescued by the Environmental Police on Sunday, after concerned neighbors reported the injured bird near an Andover residence. Nearly two dozen dogs surrendered by Massachusetts owner find forever homes The large raptor, which stood nearly two feet tall, had been corralled into a backyard by two neighbors before authorities arrived. Courtesy of the Massachusetts Environmental PoliceCourtesy of the Massachusetts Environmental PoliceCourtesy of the Massachusetts Environmental PoliceCourtesy of the Massachusetts Environmental Police The rescue effort was a joint effort between Cynthia Givens and Lauren McCarron, who noticed the bird in distress and took swift action to contain it until help could arrive. McCarron, a first-grade teacher, said it was a thrilling moment that she shared with her students the following Monday. The eagle was safely brought to Tufts Wildlife Clinic for rehabilitation and care. The Massachusetts Environmental Police thanked both Givens and McCarron for their quick thinking and assistance in the rescue, which likely saved the eagle's life. Local News Headlines New “SoloRider” golf carts at Springfield golf courses, expanding access for disabled golfers Springfield Thunderbirds to feature Patriots and Celtics-Themed nights in November Lawmakers could repeal new laws from ballot questions Congressman Neal visits WNE to announce significant funding for college’s engineering department WWLP-22News, an NBC affiliate, began broadcasting in March 1953 to provide local news, network, syndicated, and local programming to western Massachusetts. Watch the 22News Digital Edition weekdays at 4 p.m. on WWLP.com.