Summerville police rescued an escaped wallaby that hopped through a neighborhood and jumped into a backyard pool on Wednesday. Officers collaborated with Dorchester County Animal Control for a safe extraction and reunion with its owner.
Rescue Details
The incident began with a resident spotting the wallaby in their backyard, prompting a brief chase that ended when it leaped into the pool. Police and animal control worked swiftly to fish it out unharmed, highlighting quick community response to unusual wildlife encounters.
Owner Background
The wallaby belonged to a nearby local veterinarian’s property, which also houses another wallaby and a kangaroo in spacious enclosures exceeding those at Columbia Zoo. The animals receive proper care, turning a surprising escape into a feel-good local story.
