The US Department of Agriculture has launched a federal investigation after a group of twelve monkeys escaped from a research facility in South Carolina. The incident occurred when a door latch was not properly secured, allowing the monkeys to break free from their enclosure. The monkeys were being used for research purposes at the facility, which has not been named.
Local authorities and wildlife experts were quickly alerted to the escape and efforts were made to safely capture the animals. Nine of the monkeys have been successfully recaptured, while three are still at large. The escaped monkeys are not considered to be a threat to the public, as they are familiar with humans and have been trained for research purposes.
The USDA is conducting a thorough investigation into the incident to determine how the monkeys were able to escape and to ensure that proper safety protocols are in place at the facility. The facility is cooperating with authorities and taking steps to prevent future escapes. The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of proper animal care and containment in research facilities.
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