Escaped monkey creates chaos at major international airport
A baboon has caused chaos at a major international airport after it managed to break free and escape from its container.
Stunned airport staff discovered the monkey on the loose at San Antonio International Airport, Texas, on Monday after flying in from Chicago.
The primate made its escape as it was transported from a plane to the baggage area in a wooden crate, US television station KENS-TV reported.
After a brief pursuit, San Antonio Police said officials were able to capture the rogue animal after cornering him inside a room at the airport about 3.45pm (local time). The baboon was reportedly shot with a tranquiliser during its capture.
American Airlines in a statement confirmed the baboon was safe and well and was now being transported to its new home.
“We are working closely with the San Antonio Aviation Department and officials from the San Antonio Zoo. Officials from the zoo are now onsite to ensure his safety and wellbeing as he continues his journey to his new home at the primate sanctuary,” the statement read.
No flights or passengers were affected by the incident.
American Airlines, the San Antonio Aviation Department and officials from the San Antonio Zoo all responded to the scene to help capture the monkey.
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“I can only imagine a monkey or baboon going around right now. I’m just glad we caught it and it’s safe but it was pretty hectic for us at the airport today,” a female airport employee told KENS-TV.
