Sheriff Lutz Releases Exotic Animal Numbers

Sheriff Lutz from the Muskingum County Sheriff Department has confirmed in a 3:00 pm press conference that 56 animals were on the loose after being set free by Terry Thompson, who was found dead on the property. Sheriff Lutz says they have killed one wolf, six black bears, two grizzly bears, nine male lions, eight lionesses, one baboon, one mountain lion, and eighteen tigers. One grizzly bear, three leopards, and two monkeys were transported to the Columbus Zoo. Still on the loose are a grey wolf,.along with a rabid monkey who may have Herpes B. If you come in contact with either of these animals you are advised not to approach them, and call 9-1-1 immediately.

The deceased animals were buried on the property by request of owner Marion Thompson.