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Monkey Escapes at Halloween Store, Chaos Ensues!

10/31/2025

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Summary

Story summary

The pet monkey escaped its owner at a Spirit Halloween store in Plano, Texas, on October 27, triggering a 30-minute chaotic scene as it swung from the rafters.
Plano police were called and reported no injuries or threats.
The monkey was eventually lured back with a cookie.
A Spirit Halloween spokesperson praised staff and local responders for quick action, noting the incident was unusual but ended safely.

History

Historical Context

The rise in exotic pet ownership in the U.S. during the early 2000s led to incidents like the 2003 escape of a capuchin monkey, highlighting concerns over animal welfare. Following the 2009 attack by Travis, a chimpanzee, on Charla Nash, which resulted in her severe injuries, Connecticut enacted laws regulating primate ownership, reflecting ongoing debates about the legality and ethics of keeping such animals as pets.

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Story summary

The pet monkey escaped its owner at a Spirit Halloween store in Plano, Texas, on October 27, triggering a 30-minute chaotic scene as it swung from the rafters.
Plano police were called and reported no injuries or threats.
The monkey was eventually lured back with a cookie.
A Spirit Halloween spokesperson praised staff and local responders for quick action, noting the incident was unusual but ended safely.

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