Exotic Incident #2011

Incident Date:
10/08/2013
Location:
North Lakeland, FL - USA
Facility Name:
Facility Type:
Exotic Pet (E)
Incident Category:
Escape of animal (EA)
Species:
Primates
Animal:
Patas Monkey
Animal disposition:

Summary:

Several reports of a monkey on the run were called in by North Lakeland neighbors. Later, Fun Bike Motorsports posted a statement on their Faceook page stating that the monkey was their mascot called Barnaby and warned residents that he bites, and to contact them with sightings. FL Fish and Wildlife as well as local law enforcment are involved in the case.

Action take by Born Free USA:

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