Escaped Circus Elephant in Butte, Montana

SOURCE npr.org
An elephant escaped from a circus in Butte, Montana, was recaptured without harm. The incident caused minor damage to a storage area at the Butte Civic Center. The elephant, named Viola, was part of the Jordan World Circus and had escaped twice before. PETA filed a complaint over the incident.

Key Points

  • Viola, an elderly elephant from the Jordan World Circus, escaped in Butte, Montana
  • The elephant was recaptured within 10 minutes
  • PETA filed a complaint over the incident

Pros

  • The elephant was recaptured without harm
  • Locals handled the situation well and kept a safe distance
  • The incident ended without any injuries to the elephant or bystanders

Cons

  • Minor damage caused to a storage area at the Butte Civic Center
  • PETA filed a complaint over the incident