Cheetah Sighting Walton Surrey
Walton in Surrey is known for its scenic roads and countryside views but on one ordinary evening in May 1983, a motorist had an extraordinary encounter. As he drove through the area, he watched in amazement as a cheetah ran in front of his car. The motorist's account remains one of the most intriguing animal sightings in the region's history.
The incident took place at a time when exotic animals were occasionally spotted in the wild or on roads in the UK, often having escaped from private owners or travelling circuses. Although there's no further information on the cheetah's origin or fate, the motorist's experience has become a notable part of local folklore. The incident was documented as a Type ABC sighting.
Rural Surrey in the late 20th century
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