An unusual sight caused a traffic jam on Interstate 65 in Alabama Wednesday afternoon: a kangaroo. Sheila, a pet kangaroo owned by a local resident, managed to escape her enclosure and made her way onto the busy highway. Drivers were surprised and slowed down to observe the unexpected visitor, leading to significant traffic delays.
Sheila's owner quickly responded to the situation, working with local authorities to safely retrieve her. After a brief chase, Sheila was successfully captured and returned to her home. Fortunately, no one was injured during the incident, and Sheila appeared unharmed.
"It was definitely something you don't see every day," said a local police officer. "We're glad we were able to get her off the road safely and back to her owner."
The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of secure enclosures for exotic animals and the potential disruptions they can cause if they escape.
Kangaroo Causes Traffic Jam on Alabama Interstate
Traffic on an Alabama interstate came to a standstill Wednesday when a kangaroo hopped onto the road. The marsupial, named Sheila, had escaped from her owner's property nearby. Authorities and Sheila's owner worked together to safely capture her. No injuries were reported, but the incident caused significant delays for commuters.