Abandoned chicken causes morning commute delays for subway passengers in Queens.

In an unusual incident last week, a stray chicken caused a disruption on New York City’s subway system when it boarded a train on the Astoria Line in Queens. The bird was reportedly left behind by a commuter the previous evening and remained on the train car throughout the night.

The incident unfolded when a man boarded a W train from an elevated platform in northern Queens between 9:30 and 10:30 PM. Surveillance footage reviewed by sources showed the man carrying the chicken in his arms and displaying it to fellow passengers. At some point during the ride, the man set the chicken down on a seat and exited the train, leaving the bird behind.

By the next morning, transit crews discovered the chicken aboard a parked train. Their initial checks had not identified the bird, which remained surprisingly calm and seated in its spot during the night. Reports suggest the chicken was “properly, respectfully seated,” and no subway rules appeared to have been violated during its brief foray into public transit.

Once the crew discovered the chicken, they found that it had soiled the train car overnight, making the train unsuitable for service. As the subway lines prepared for morning commutes, the automobile was pulled out of service due to the chicken’s refusal to leave. Consequently, the train was directed back to Coney Island Yard for cleaning, accompanied by the reluctant fowl.

Transit workers at the yard reportedly attempted to coax the chicken out of the train by offering it bread while they awaited the arrival of Animal Control. The Animal Care Centers of NYC, which manages animal control services for the city, has not yet provided information regarding the chicken’s current status or whereabouts.

This incident raises questions not only about animal welfare but also about the need for improved safety protocols on public transportation. NYC subway riders might find themselves reconsidering the presence of other animals in their daily commutes, especially after witnessing such an unusual occurrence make headlines.

The incident serves as a reminder of the unpredictable nature of urban life and the diverse challenges faced by metropolitan transit systems. Media News Source continues to track this story for further developments regarding the chicken and any policy implications that may arise from this light-hearted yet bizarre episode in the bustling New York City transit landscape.