Exotic Incident #1952
Incident Date:
06/03/2013
Location:
Godfrey, IL - USA
Facility Name:
Facility Type:
Exotic Pet (E)
Incident Category:
Escape/Attack resulting in human injury (HI)
Species:
Primates
Animal:
Java Macque
Animal disposition:
Summary:
A 6-year old boy was bitten on his forearm by a pet primate when the boy tried to pet the primate’s companion dog at a dog event. The owner of the two animals stated that the primate was possessive over the dog. The boy was treated at a hospital and released. Animal control officials are investigating the matter.
Action take by Born Free USA:
Notes:
Owner was later charged with unlawful possession of a primate.