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VOLUSIA COUNTY, Fla. — A kangaroo that was reported missing in Volusia County last month has been found, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.
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FWC agents said the renegade marsupial was spotted around 8 a.m. Wednesday after going missing on Oct. 17.
The kangaroo was found in a fenced-in area and was captured by FWC.
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FWC said the kangaroo was returned to its owner.
According to a report, the owner was cited for an expired Class 3 license over 1 year, improper caging, and failure to notify FWC or report the escape within 12 hours.
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