43 monkeys escaped South Carolina

2024 - 11 - 9

Monkey Business: 43 Rascals on the Loose in South Carolina!

Alpha Genesis Primate Research Center - Animal rights - Animal welfare - Medical research - Primate escape - Rhesus macaque - South Carolina - Yemassee

It’s a wild tale of 43 monkeys escaping and roaming free! Catch up on the shenanigans and what it means for their future!

In a bizarre event straight out of a comedy film, 43 rhesus macaque monkeys have escaped from a research facility in Yemassee, South Carolina. The monkeys, known for their mischievous nature and playful antics, took a bold leap for freedom and have caused quite a stir in the local community. As they explore the grounds outside the Alpha Genesis compound, officials are working diligently to recover the little escape artists, ensuring that both the monkeys and the public remain safe during this chaotic situation. The excitement reached a fever pitch as reports indicated that one monkey has since been caught, leaving 42 still on the run.

While the authorities struggle to track down the remaining furry fugitives, it appears the monkeys are having the time of their lives. Witnesses report that the rambunctious primates have been interacting with their companions safely secured inside the facility, copiously cooing and possibly plotting their next moves. Local police have urged the public to steer clear of these spirited primates—who are no doubt planning their next escapade—while the rescue mission is underway.

In the meantime, Alpha Genesis CEO Greg Westergaard reassured everyone involved that efforts to recover the remaining monkeys are ongoing. Each monkey caught is considered a small victory, and while the task seems daunting, the enthusiasm surrounding this quirky incident has lightened the mood in the community. The continuing saga has not only captivated locals but also sparked interest across the nation, raising awareness about the lives of these monkeys bred for research purposes.

As the hunt for the remaining monkeys continues, many are eager to know what the future holds for these freedom-seeking primates. While we await updates, it's worth noting that rhesus macaques are known for their intelligence and social structures. Furthermore, these monkeys share over 90% of their DNA with humans, making them a popular choice for medical research, but their escapade serves as a reminder of the wild side that resides in all of us! The monkeys might be on the loose, but it seems they’ve also captured our hearts with their daring adventure!

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Progress made after 43 monkeys escaped a research facility in ... (WYFF Greenville)

"The primates continue to interact with their companions inside the facility, which is a positive sign. "CEO Greg Westergaard relayed that efforts to recover ...

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Progress in escaped rhesus macaque monkey saga in South ... (WLTX.com)

Authorities in Yemassee confirm one escaped monkey has been caught. Many more are still loose near the Alpha Genesis facility. Police urge public to avoid ...

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1 monkey recovered safely, 42 others remain on the run from South ... (WUSA9.com)

The monkeys on Friday were exploring the outer fence of the Alpha Genesis compound and are cooing at the monkeys inside, police said in a statement.

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Escaped monkeys update: 1 safe, 42 still loose (FOX 10 News Phoenix)

Officials say one of 43 monkeys bred for medical research that escaped a compound in South Carolina has been recovered unharmed.

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What we know after 43 monkeys escaped a South Carolina research ... (CBS News)

Forty-three rhesus macaque monkeys escaped from the research facility in Yemassee, South Carolina and they are running loose as authorities try to bait them ...

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1 of the escaped South Carolina monkeys found unharmed, officials ... (NBC News)

One of the 43 monkeys that escaped from a South Carolina research facility Wednesday night has been "successfully recovered unharmed," officials said ...

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1 monkey recovered safely, 42 others remain on the run from South ... (THV11.com KTHV)

The monkeys on Friday were exploring the outer fence of the Alpha Genesis compound and are cooing at the monkeys inside, police said in a statement.

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1 escaped monkey captured in South Carolina, several others ... (ABC News)

Officials in the town of Yemasee said they recovered overnight one of the rhesus macaque monkeys that had escaped from Alpha Genesis Primate Research Center on ...

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1 monkey recovered safely, 42 others remain on the run from South ... (ABC10.com KXTV)

The monkeys on Friday were exploring the outer fence of the Alpha Genesis compound and are cooing at the monkeys inside, police said in a statement.

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One escaped South Carolina monkey captured, many others spotted ... (WJCL News)

Above video: The latest on the missing monkey search in Yemassee, South Carolina. Police in South Carolina say one of 43 monkeys that escaped a biomedical ...

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43 monkeys escape from research lab in US's South Carolina, 1 ... (India Today)

One of 43 monkeys bred for medical research that escaped a compound in South Carolina has been recovered unharmed, officials said Saturday.

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1 monkey recovered safely, 42 others remain on the run from South ... (KXAN.com)

Just one of the more than 40 monkeys that escaped a research facility in Beaufort County earlier this week has been captured as of Saturday, according to ...

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