Employee Error Causes Kangaroo Escape at Texas Animal Center

Incident Date:
10/03/2025
Location:
Waco, TX - USA
Facility Name:
Waco Wildlife Rescue
Facility Type:
Non-accredited Facility (RSZ)
Incident Category:
Escape of animal (EA)
Species:
Other
Animal:
Kangaroo
Animal disposition:
Recaptured

Summary:

WACO, TX – Two kangaroos slipped out of a wildlife rescue in Waco after work hours and briefly explored the neighborhood nearby before being recaptured. The center quickly called in help, and the animals were quickly located, contained, and brought back without injury.

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