Here is the latest on the monkeys that escaped a research facility in Yemassee, South Carolina, on Wednesday.Saturday 12 p.m. latest:”As of noon today, we are pleased to report that one of the escaped primates has been successfully recovered unharmed. A significant number of the remaining primates are still located just a few yards from the property, jumping back and forth over the facility’s fence.”Alpha Genesis management and staff are on-site, actively feeding and monitoring the animals, and they will continue these efforts throughout the weekend.”The primates continue to interact with their companions inside the facility, which is a positive sign.”CEO Greg Westergaard relayed that efforts to recover all the animals will persist throughout the weekend and for as long as it takes.”We strongly urge the public to refrain from entering the area surrounding the facility, as these animals can be easily startled. Alpha Genesis is working diligently to ensure …
Progress made after 43 monkeys escaped a research facility in South Carolina [Video]
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