Things took a different turn when two kangaroos ran from a Czech Republic prison. Let me guess the question on your mind : “what are Kangaroos doing in a prison?” Well, that’s not the bone of contention, it’s the fact that these Roos were able to dig their way out of prison and make a break for it.
This case also seems like that of the cow that escaped a pen and terrorized a town in California. So, what was the reason behind their decision to undertake this prison break? Let’s get into it.
Kangaroo Goes Rogue
On Saturday, two kangaroos were reported to have fled their holding in a Czech prison without being spotted by the prison guards. It wasn’t until they had escaped that word broke out of their escape, and the authorities put out a statement to that effect.
Apparently, these kangaroos had undertaken the escape by digging close to the perimeter of their enclosure. However, after the escape, one of the Kangaroos decided to surrender themselves to the authorities who reintegrated it back into the prison.
When questioned, the prison authorities said that the Kangaroos had actually exploited a vulnerability in the enclosure’s design. They also warned the citizens that they should be careful when interacting or confronting the errant kangaroos as they can attack them.
Roo-diculous Escape
To help capture the errant kangaroo, a thorough search action has been kickstarted with the police combing the areas surrounding the prison. They have also welcomed the help of the public in curtailing this run-away kangaroo.
Members of the public were also implored to be careful, as these animals can be violent especially when faced with a human. While the average adult can overpower a kangaroo, the authorities have advised people to report the sight of a kangaroo at the nearest police station.
Paws-itive Rehabilitation: Kangaroos Join Czech Prison Program
Now, you might be wondering why there are kangaroos locked up in a Czech prison, right? Well the reason for this weird occurrence is because Czech prisons have an innovative therapy program. This program, which was launched in 2018, has given the prison inmates the opportunity to rehabilitate them through animal husbandry and farming.
The initiative also helps provide the inmates with a calming environment, considering they are now bound with some sense of responsibility. But really, do we hold them responsible for their therapy partners escaping? Or did the kangaroos get tired and decide to escape the hell the inmates were showing them?
Well we may never know, because these Roos weren’t the only animals that were incarcerated in this Czech prison. There are other animals which include rabbits, llamas, and roosters. They are all kept in a bid to help them tackle their anger issues, develop empathy and confidence. So they can easily integrate back into society.
Twice the Charm: Road to Freedom
Well, this incident wouldn’t be the first escape of the sorts in Czech, as there was news of a kangaroo named Donny escaping a petting zoo in December. This case baffled the authorities who couldn’t make sense of the entire event. Some even suggested it could have been a kidnap, but really, who kidnaps a kangaroo? Where would they keep the animal? As a matter of fact, isn’t that a lot of work?
Final Thoughts
As the recapture of the last runaway kangaroo continues, we have to keep hoping they don’t hurt anyone. However, if we overlook the safety concerns, then we just have to give it to these kangaroos. This is because it takes a lot for a human to escape a prison, now consider how tough it would be for a kangaroo.