Exotic Incident #2321
Incident Date:
02/14/2016
Location:
Pasco, WA - USA
Facility Name:
Facility Type:
Exotic Pet (E)
Incident Category:
Legal/illegal issue (LI)
Species:
Primates
Animal:
Capuchin monkey
Animal disposition:
Removed/Re-housed
Summary:
Officers took two capuchin monkeys out of a couple’s home, and now an investigation is underway to find out whether the monkeys are legally owned. If it is determined that they are, then the monkeys will be returned to the couple.
Action take by Born Free USA:
Notes:
http://www.nbcrightnow.com/story/31247093/pasco-couple-fighting-to-get-pet-monkeys-back-animal-control-investigating-legality