A baboon wandered through popular Cape Town areas, prompting a coordinated response from authorities. The animal was eventually safely darted and relocated.
A male baboon was spotted in the Sea Point area on Saturday morning, causing a stir among residents of Cape Town 's Atlantic Seaboard. The animal's journey through iconic spots like Clifton, Camps Bay, and Green Point drew widespread attention and prompted a coordinated response from local authorities. By mid-morning, it had made its way to Camps Bay, then Sea Point, and finally settled in the trees near the Green Point Traffic Department.
There, the Good Hope SPCA’s wildlife unit, along with Metro Police and other enforcement agencies, monitored the animal closely. According to a JWI news update at around 2:45 PM, the animal was successfully darted by a veterinarian and transported for a medical check-up. 'The baboon which started with a visit to Camps Bay has made its way rapidly through the ward (faster than most visitors!). And is taking a break in Green Point currently. He is being closely monitored and the SPCA is with him to ensure he does not get hurt or hurt anyone else. 'A vet is on the way to assist to ensure he can be safely and carefully moved out of the area and relocated back home,' Ward 54 Councillor Nicola Jowell shared in a Facebook update as the situation unfolded earlier in the day. The incident showcased a well-coordinated effort among the Sea Point CID, Cape of Good Hope SPCA, and other emergency services, ensuring the baboon’s safe relocation while capturing the attention of locals and social media alike
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