A kangaroo that had been on the loose was captured by authorities in the Boucherville area of Montreal's South Shore on Thursday, June 16, 2026. The animal, which had been sighted earlier in the day along Highway 20, was secured after a coordinated response from local officials.
The sighting along the busy highway prompted a rapid alert to animal control and law enforcement agencies. Officers arrived at the location where the kangaroo was reported and began a search of the surrounding area. Witnesses described the marsupial moving away from the roadway and into nearby residential streets, prompting concerns for both public safety and the animal's well‑being.
Responding teams employed standard wildlife capture techniques to safely restrain the kangaroo without causing injury. The operation was completed without incident, and the animal was taken into custody. No injuries to the public or the kangaroo were reported during the capture.
Authorities noted that the incident underscores the challenges of managing exotic animals that escape from private collections or facilities. While the specific origin of the kangaroo was not disclosed, officials confirmed that the animal will be evaluated by appropriate wildlife professionals to determine its next steps, whether that involves relocation or other care measures.
Residents in the Boucherville area were advised to remain cautious when encountering wildlife and to report any unusual sightings promptly. The swift capture of the kangaroo demonstrates the effectiveness of local emergency response protocols when dealing with unexpected animal encounters on the South Shore.