Over 40 Monkeys Escaped from a Research Facility

Posted: November 8, 2024 at 10:10 am

South Carolina residents in Yemassee have been advised to lock their doors and windows after 43 monkeys escaped from a nearby facility called Alpha Genesis. The center breeds monkeys for medical testing. While traps have been set in the area, so far, none of the monkeys have been recovered. “If you spot any of the escaped animals, please contact 911 immediately and refrain from approaching them,” the Yemassee Police Department said.