In the U.S., Infected Lab Monkeys Escape After Truck Crash

In the U.S., Infected Lab Monkeys Escape After Truck Crash

In Mississippi, a truck transporting laboratory monkeys infected with COVID-19 and other dangerous diseases crashed and overturned, causing the animals to escape.

Authorities have not disclosed the exact number of monkeys that fled, but police confirmed that most have been recaptured while one remains on the loose.

Officials say the monkeys were being used for virus research, and their escape poses a serious biosecurity risk.
Special containment teams have been deployed to the area, and residents have been urged to avoid contact with the animals and immediately report any sightings to the police.