Texas Influencer's Spider Monkey Seized After DWI Incident Sparks Welfare Investigation

Brandi Botello is fighting to reclaim her malnourished spider monkey, Jorgie Boy, now in a sanctuary's care following a car crash and legal complications.

Brandi Botello, a Dallas-area influencer, was involved in a car crash where she was charged with driving while intoxicated, although she claims she was not the driver.
Her spider monkey, Jorgie Boy, was seized by authorities after being found malnourished and diagnosed with rickets, a bone disease caused by inadequate nutrition.
The monkey has been moved to Funky Monkey Ranch, a sanctuary where he is receiving medical care and rehabilitation for his condition.
Botello is campaigning on social media for the return of Jorgie Boy, insisting she is a good caretaker despite legal prohibitions against owning wild animals in Irving.
Authorities are investigating the care provided to Jorgie Boy, with potential charges against Botello pending the outcome of the investigation.