Overview

• Sheila, a privately owned kangaroo, escaped her enclosure and was spotted hopping along Interstate 85 in Macon County, Alabama, on April 29, 2025.
• The kangaroo's presence caused a two-vehicle collision, though no injuries were reported, and both lanes of the highway were temporarily closed for safety.
• State troopers and the kangaroo's owner, Patrick Starr, worked together to tranquilize and safely capture Sheila near the highway.
• After her capture, Sheila received veterinary treatment at Auburn University and was confirmed to be uninjured, eating, and drinking normally.
• The incident highlights the challenges of exotic pet ownership and sparked community interest through social media coverage, including a live-streamed response from local authorities.