High-jumping kangaroo escapes petting zoo and roams free for three days
AP News • • nation
Key Points:
- Chesney, a 16-month-old kangaroo at Sunshine Farm in Necedah, Wisconsin, escaped by scaling an eight-foot fence and remained on the loose for three days, prompting a community-wide search.
- The escape was triggered when stray dogs spooked Chesney, leading his keeper, Debbie Marland, and volunteers to search extensively, including using heat-seeking drones to track him.
- Despite several close encounters, Chesney evaded capture by hopping through woods and even jumping into a cold river, showcasing his agility and speed of up to 20 mph.
- Chesney was finally recaptured peacefully after being coaxed with familiar scents and treats, with the community rallying around the kangaroo, who is now a local celebrity.
- To prevent future escapes, Sunshine Farm plans to install a new mesh top over the kangaroo enclosure, and Chesney will undergo a veterinary checkup to ensure his health.
