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25 Escaped Monkeys Captured in South Carolina, 18 Still On the Loose

The escape of 43 rhesus macaque monkeys from a South Carolina lab has captured the attention of the internet. As of Sunday evening, 25 of the furry runaways have been captured, leaving 18 still on the loose. Some of the recaptured monkeys are now enjoying a peanut butter and jelly sandwich, which is a testament to the fact that even monkeys appreciate the simple pleasures in life.

There is a sense of excitement among some online commentators who are rooting for the monkeys to escape, comparing their plight to the protagonists of the movie “12 Monkeys” and rooting for them to make their way to the Everglades.… Continue reading

43 Monkeys Escape South Carolina Research Facility, Police Warn Residents

On Wednesday night, 43 rhesus macaque monkeys escaped from a research facility in Beaufort County, South Carolina. Authorities have urged residents to secure their homes and contact emergency services if they spot any of the animals. The Yemassee Police Department is working with Alpha Genesis, the facility that breeds and provides monkeys for research, to recapture the primates. Although the escape is alarming, officials have assured the community that there is no health risk associated with the monkeys. This is not the first time primates have escaped from Alpha Genesis, with a similar incident occurring eight years ago.

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