Overview
- The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks confirmed the final escapee was recovered on Nov. 6 and returned to custody.
- Authorities say eight monkeys escaped after the Oct. 28 rollover on I-59; five were killed during the on-scene response and two were later shot by residents.
- Tulane University and transport owner PreLabs said the animals were not infectious, countering initial, incorrect claims relayed by the truck driver.
- Body-camera footage shows a chaotic scene with transport personnel urging deputies to shoot the monkeys, prompting scrutiny of the response.
- The Mississippi Highway Patrol is investigating the crash and actions taken, as advocacy groups seek veterinary records and greater transparency.