Runaway Kangaroo Causes Alabama I-85 Crash

A runaway kangaroo named Sheila escaped from a petting zoo in Lee County, Alabama, and caused two vehicle crashes on Interstate 85 in Macon County on April 29, 2025. The incident temporarily shut down both northbound and southbound lanes as authorities, including state troopers, the sheriff's office, and Sheila's owner, coordinated her capture. Sheila was safely tranquilized and treated at the Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine before being returned home. Neither the kangaroo nor any drivers were injured. The unusual event was widely shared on social media and local news, surprising residents and law enforcement. Officials praised the coordinated response and confirmed traffic returned to normal after Sheila's recovery.