An elephant named Viola escaped from a circus in Butte, Montana, and roamed the streets before being captured by her handlers. The incident ended without any injuries to the elephant or humans involved.
Key Points
Viola escaped from the circus after being spooked by a vehicle
The elephant was captured by her handlers and no injuries were reported
PETA criticized the circus for Viola's mistreatment and urged people to boycott circuses with performing animals
Pros
Viola the elephant was unharmed during the incident
No injuries were sustained to either humans or Viola
Locals respected the elephant's space and ensured her safety
Cons
Viola reportedly escaped from circuses in 2010 and 2014
PETA raised concerns over Viola's treatment and urged the public to boycott circuses that force animals to perform