Kangaroo the loose for days resurfaces in Missouri
A kangaroo the loose for several days in Bloomfield, Missouri, has resurfaced after a FedEx driver spotted him Tuesday morning crossing Highway 25 near Aquila, though the animal still has not been captured after escaping Friday when an excavator spooked him on his owner's property. Owner Dawn McClard says Roofus is not dangerous, is likely afraid, and is asking anyone who sees him to report his location.
Key Takeaways
- Roofus the kangaroo escaped a Bloomfield, Mo., property on Friday morning and remains at large.
- A FedEx driver reported seeing the kangaroo Tuesday morning on Highway 25 at the entrance to Aquila.
- A possible sighting was also reported Sunday morning in a field near Aquila.
- Owners Dawn and Chuck McClard have searched the area with a thermal drone.
- McClard says Roofus is not dangerous and wants the public to report his location.
Where was the kangaroo the loose for days last seen?
According to UPI, Roofus was spotted Tuesday morning by a FedEx driver as he crossed Highway 25 at the entrance to the unincorporated community of Aquila. That sighting followed a possible report Sunday morning from a field near Aquila.
The kangaroo has been missing since Friday morning from owner Dawn McClard's Bloomfield property. McClard said Roofus bolted after he was spooked by an excavator her husband, Chuck McClard, was using on the land.
Why has Roofus still not been caught?
Despite days of searching, Roofus has stayed elusive. The couple has used a thermal drone to scan the area, yet the kangaroo continues to avoid capture. McClard described him as likely afraid and not dangerous, which may help explain why he keeps his distance from people and vehicles.
Odd animal escapes are not unique to Missouri this week. In related bizarre news & Florida Man coverage, Florida police recently wrangled a loose emu wandering Dade City, another reminder that unexpected wildlife calls can unfold far from a farm or zoo.
What should you do if you see Roofus?
McClard asked anyone who spots the kangaroo to get in contact and report the animal's location. She emphasized that Roofus is not dangerous and is likely afraid. Residents near Bloomfield and Aquila who see a kangaroo should note where and when, then share that information so owners can respond.
As of Tuesday, Roofus remained free after several days on the run. Local drivers along Highway 25 and people living near Aquila are the most likely to help bring the search to a close by sharing timely sightings with his owners.
Will the Missouri kangaroo search continue?
Yes. Until Roofus is safely recovered, the McClards' search and public tips remain the best path to ending the unusual Missouri saga. A kangaroo the loose for multiple days is rare news in the Midwest, which is why each confirmed sighting matters for tracking his movements and planning a safe recovery.