Labrador kangaroo: Tragic twist for adventurous marsupial
An adventurous kangaroo that captured the hearts of Gold Coasters has met a sad end.
Central
Don't miss out on the headlines from Central. Followed categories will be added to My News.
AN adventurous kangaroo that captured the hearts of Gold Coasters has met a sad end.
The memorable marsupial, affectionately named Skippy, was spotted jumping around Southport, Labrador and Biggera Waters on Saturday – even interrupting a game of cricket.
Many residents took to social media to share snaps of the roo as she spent the day venturing through suburban streets, parks and beaches.
It’s understood the kangaroo was spooked by people leaving the Chirn Park Street Festival on Saturday.
A Wildcare spokeswoman said the female roo was then hit by a car.
“Rescuers spent a considerable amount of time trying to calm her down,” she said.
“She was spooked – they freeze from the fright of it.
“When it recovered and tried to get away, it got hit by a car.”
The injured kangaroo then hopped away to nearby parkland, where it’s likely she died, the spokeswoman said.
For help with any sick or injured wildlife, call Wildcare on 5527 2444.
More Coverage
War veteran’s ‘stupid’ reason for pointing laser at police helicopter
A Gold Coast war veteran has offered up a confronting excuse for why he pointed a laser at a police helicopter, temporarily blinding the pilot and crew. Read what he said.
Home robbed, car shot as armed gang runs from police
Police are on the hunt for an armed gang believed to be involved in armed robbery and shooting on the Gold Coast. Here’s what we know so far.