Kangaroo Named Hopper Escapes, Captured in Tampa Apartment Complex

Overview

• A kangaroo named Hopper escaped from its owner's home and was found hopping around a Tampa, Florida apartment complex.
• Authorities, including the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office, responded to a 911 call early Thursday morning and successfully captured Hopper.
• Hopper was safely returned to its owners after verification of proper registration and permits for kangaroo ownership in Florida.
• The incident has brought attention to Florida's exotic pet laws, requiring permits for owning kangaroos as personal pets.
• No injuries were reported during the incident, and the kangaroo's escape route from the home remains unclear.