Wolf escapes zoo sparking huge search and school closure

9 Apr 2026 • 5:18 PM MYT
The Independent
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  • A lone wolf escaped from O-World zoo in Daejeon, South Korea, on Wednesday, triggering a large-scale search operation.
  • Approximately 300 personnel, including firefighters, police, military, and zoo employees, are involved in efforts to capture the two-year-old male wolf.
  • The animal was seen roaming city streets, leading to the closure of a primary school as a safety precaution.
  • Zoo officials confirmed the wolf dug through the soil at the bottom of its enclosure to escape.
  • Emergency text messages were sent to residents, advising caution while the search continues for the animal, which remains at large.

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