An escaped ape is currently at large in the Charleston area, prompting authorities to issue an urgent alert. The Colleton County Sheriff’s Office announced via social media that they are actively addressing the situation.
The loose primate was last seen wandering around Mallard Street in Walterboro, just north of Charleston. Authorities are urging residents to stay vigilant and report any sightings of the ape immediately.
⚠️Update: If you live in the area of Hiers Corner Rd/Mallard Street please monitor your pets while they are outside as a precaution. There is a primate on the loose that could be stressed and we ask you to not approach it. Thank you. #chsnews
— Colleton County Sheriff’s Office (@ccsocares) May 24, 2024
Several low country animal control divisions has joined forces in the search operation of locating the escaped animal. The ape’s owner is working closely with authorities to secure its capture.
A local bystander released the following video over the weekend of the suspected ape:
Please contact the Colleton County Sheriff’s Office promptly at 843-549-2211 if you spot the animal.
