Monkeys on the Run: A Puzzling Escape in Mississippi

In Mississippi, a strange situation unfolded when three monkeys escaped after a truck crash. The truck was carrying research monkeys, but no one is sure who owns them or where they were headed. This has left authorities with many questions. Initially, officials thought only one monkey had escaped, but later they found out three were still out there. The monkeys are Rhesus monkeys, which are often used in medical research. They are not carrying any diseases, but they can be aggressive, so officials want to find them quickly. The truck was carrying 21 monkeys in total. All of them had recent health checkups and were confirmed to be free of any harmful pathogens. Tulane University, which is involved in the situation, said they do not own the monkeys but sent experts to help. The crash happened on Interstate 59, near Heidelberg. Videos show monkeys crawling around near the highway, with crates labeled "live animals" scattered around. The truck is gone now, but people in protective gear are still searching the area. Authorities are warning people not to approach the monkeys if they see them. Instead, they should call the authorities. The cause of the crash is still being investigated. This whole situation raises questions about how these animals were being transported and who is responsible for them. It's a reminder of how important it is to handle and transport animals safely and responsibly.