On Thursday afternoon, residents of Seoul, South Korea, were in for an unexpected surprise when a zebra escaped from Seoul Children’s Grand Park Zoo and ran loose on busy streets for three hours.
The two-year-old zebra, named Sero, broke free from its pen after breaking the wooden fencing, according to the Seoul Gwangjin Fire Station.
The escape was captured by onlookers who shared photos and videos of the zebra on social media, which quickly went viral.
The incident caused quite a stir in the city, as Sero was seen wandering around a residential area close to where he escaped, poking his nose into garbage bins, and even crossing busy roads alongside traffic. Police, fire officials, and zoo staff tried their best to safely capture him, but Sero proved to be quite elusive, avoiding capture for several hours.
Despite the efforts of officials, the zebra continued to roam around the city, attracting crowds of curious onlookers. The incident also caused traffic disruptions, with the zebra even being spotted near a subway station.
The brief escape of Sero, the zebra, from Seoul Children’s Grand Park Zoo, caused quite a stir in the city of Seoul. Despite the chaos, the zebra was eventually captured and safely returned to the zoo.
While incidents like these can be entertaining, they also serve as a reminder of the importance of safety measures and quick responses to ensure the safety of both animals and the public.
