43 Monkeys Escape from South Carolina Lab
43 Monkeys Escape from South Carolina Lab
43 Monkeys Escape from South Carolina Lab
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Forty-three Rhesus macaque monkeys escaped from the Alpha Genesis medical research facility in South Carolina after an employee mistakenly left a door unlatched. Authorities report that these young monkeys pose no health risk to the public, confirming they are not infected with any diseases. The escaped monkeys have been spotted near the facility, exhibiting calm behavior, and workers are using food to coax them back. Local police have advised residents to secure their homes and report any sightings, as the monkeys are skittish and sensitive. This incident marks the fourth escape from the facility since 2014, raising concerns about the management of such animals. Efforts to recapture the monkeys include the use of traps and thermal imaging technology.

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