Daijiworld Media Network - Mississippi
Mississippi, Oct 29: What was supposed to be an ordinary lab shipment turned into a full-blown primate jailbreak when a truck carrying laboratory monkeys overturned on Interstate 59, sending its furry passengers scampering for freedom across the Mississippi countryside.
According to reports, the truck accident quickly transformed from a logistical nightmare into something straight out of a slapstick comedy. As the trailer doors burst open, several monkeys seized their once-in-a-lifetime chance, leaping from the wreck and vanishing into nearby woods, leaving behind chaos, curiosity — and a few very confused officers.
From Research Subjects to Runaway Rebels
Witnesses described surreal scenes as monkeys darted through traffic and across fields, their excitement palpable as they “illegally skipped medical research duty.” Authorities, however, were far less amused. Within minutes, law enforcement, wildlife officials, and highway patrol officers converged on the scene, radios buzzing with updates about “five missing monkeys.”
Social media, of course, went bananas. Memes flooded timelines faster than the fugitives could climb trees, and wild rumors followed — including claims that the monkeys were carrying dangerous viruses.
Rumors, Reality, and a Quick Return
Tulane University swiftly dispelled the outbreak panic, clarifying that the animals were not infected and that there was no risk to the public. “No zombie apocalypse, no ‘Planet of the Apes,’ just some adventurous lab monkeys,” officials reassured.
Eventually, professional handlers arrived with a more effective tool than tranquilizer darts — food. The wayward primates, lured by snacks rather than sirens, were safely recaptured after their brief taste of freedom.
No Harm, Just Hijinks
No injuries or health risks were reported, but residents say they’ll be glancing at treetops for a while, just in case another monkey decides to test its luck.
For now, the escaped lab monkeys are back behind bars — and likely the stars of the most talked-about story in the animal lab world.