Nebraska man pulled over for carrying a bull riding shotgun in his car, defying the law.

A Bull in‌ a Car: A Traffic Stop Like No ⁤Other

In the biggest city of northeast Nebraska, a ⁢car driving with an unexpected passenger caught the attention of the police. But this wasn’t just any passenger—it was a bull!

Norfolk Police ⁤Capt. Chad Reiman shared the amusing incident that unfolded on‌ Wednesday morning. A 911 ⁣call ‍alerted the officers about a modified ⁤Ford Crown Victoria sedan with a bull riding shotgun on the main highway entering the city. It didn’t take long for them to track down the peculiar vehicle.

“We didn’t have⁣ a⁢ full⁢ understanding of it until we saw‌ it,” ⁢Mr. Reiman said.

The ​car belonged⁢ to Lee Meyer, who has been‍ driving it in⁣ parades across the area for years. The ⁤vehicle had half of its windshield and roof ⁣removed to accommodate the bull, named Howdy Doody. A yellow metal cattle gate served as the passenger side door, allowing ⁢the Watusi⁤ bull to be tied up. To top it‍ off, a set of longhorns acted as a unique hood⁢ ornament.

“It wouldn’t go far without being noticed for sure,” Mr. Reiman chuckled.

A⁢ video of ‍the traffic stop, captured by News Channel Nebraska, quickly went viral online. The car had even won the Best Car ⁤Entry award in Nebraska’s Big Rodeo Parade, as proudly displayed on a sign​ from a recent parade in Burwell.

When questioned about his unusual choice of transportation, Mr. Meyer explained that he had previously transported Howdy Doody in a proper trailer for parades. However, on this particular day, he‌ decided to load⁢ the bull into his car and drive the 36 miles from‌ his home in Neligh to Norfolk. The reason behind this spontaneous decision remains a mystery.

Mr. Meyer’s wife, Rhonda, spoke to a Norfolk radio station about ​their unique pet. She revealed that Howdy Doody had been​ a beloved companion for the past eight or nine years. ‌Videos of Lee Meyer driving the bull around can be found online, showcasing their special bond.

“Lee thinks he’s a movie star,” Rhonda Meyer shared, ​”but he’s ⁢also a little shy.”

While the traffic stop did ​reveal some violations related to Mr. Meyer’s car, the officer decided to ⁣let him off with a warning. As for Rhonda, she‍ couldn’t help but joke about the expenses involved in their unusual project.

“The amount of money that he’s‍ spent ⁣on this whole darn project between the car and the bull, I could’ve had a brand ‍new kitchen,” Rhonda ​Meyer laughed.

So,⁤ the next time you’re on the roads of Norfolk, Nebraska, keep an eye out for Lee Meyer and his four-legged companion, Howdy Doody. It’s a sight you won’t soon forget!

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