Famed Runaway Dog Scrim Captured in New Orleans After Months on the Run

The terrier's daring escapes and survival through extreme conditions captivated the city and earned him a devoted following.

Scrim, a terrier mutt, was captured Tuesday morning in a humane cat trap set by a local nonprofit after months of evading capture.
The dog became a local icon in New Orleans following two daring escapes and a nine-month saga of survival through hurricanes, freezing temperatures, and record snowfall.
Rescue efforts involved wildlife cameras, crowdsourced sightings, and baiting attempts with Popeyes chicken and beef tripe, but Scrim repeatedly outsmarted his pursuers.
Michelle Cheramie of Zeus's Rescues, who led the rescue mission, has fitted Scrim with a GPS collar and AirTag to prevent future escapes.
Scrim is now in good health and will be placed with a new family, but Cheramie plans to enjoy his company before his transition to a more secure home.