On Wednesday, police began a search for 40-plus monkies who reportedly escaped a South Carolina research facility, and we can’t help but somewhat laugh because it sounds like the plot to so many movies.
According to Patrick Smith and Austin Mullen of NBC News, about 43 Rhesus macaque primates escaped from Alpha Genesis, which typically provides “nonhuman primate products and bio-research services.” The company works with monkeys to conduct clinical trials, including treatments for brain disease disorders. But never fear. It seems like rescue efforts are already underway.
Per the local police department, Alpha Genesis has located the gaggle of monkeys and is currently working to entice them with food. (If they have ever seen Jumanji, I’m not sure that works, but I’m no expert.) Officers also said that traps and thermal imaging cameras have been set up so that the monkeys can be safely captured.
