( AP ) Fearing that the marsupial might get hit by a vehicle, Peru Police Chief Doug Bernabei shut down nearby roads. Peru Police officers and other volunteers help corner Wally the Wallaroo on the train tracks behind Maze Lumber, Wednesday, Dec. 2, 2020, in Peru, Ill. Wally … The animal's owner reportedly thanked all those who helped rescue Wally. Wally the Wallaroo is "making a speedy recovery" after the kangaroo-like animal led police and residents of an Illinois town on a two-hour chase before a dramatic rescue in the Illinois River. The animal's owner told NBC affiliate WAND that Wally is at home and doing well after the wild affair. It means the world. Fearing that the marsupial might get hit by a vehicle, Peru Police Chief Doug Bernabei shut down nearby roads. According to a Facebook post, Wally ended up in the care of Bridgeview Veterinary Hospital. Wally the wallaroo is safe at home after taking a tour of Peru Wednesday afternoon. A wallaroo was caught on camera leading police on a wild chase through LaSalle County Wednesday. All rights reserved. Wally the Wallaroo doing well after river rescue December 3, 2020 Don't fret; Wally the Wallaroo is doing well the day after his daring escape and river rescue in … Neighbors documented what they saw through photos and videos as Wally … Wally the wallaroo AP. Wally the Wallaroo runs past a Peru Police Truck on Third and Schuyler Streets on Wednesday, Dec. 2, 2020, in Peru, Ill. Wally escaped from his owner Nathan Drewel in Peru shortly after 1 … A video on Facebook posted at around 2 p.m. shows Wally running throughout neighborhoods in the city. The black marsupial kept Peru police and good Samaritans jumping when he got loose and bounced along the business district on Fourth Street, along Route 251, and the riverfront. Trump news – live: President blamed Kushner … But things almost ended in a tragic, 2020 way for the marsupial that bounded through the business district of Peru after it escaped from its owner. According to officials, police officers, firefighters, local residents and city employees tracked the animal through the Route 6 business district and along Illinois Route 251, then to the "river bottoms.". "I'm so grateful for Peru law enforcement who aided in his rescue," the owner told WAND. Peru Police officers and other volunteers help corner Wally the Wallaroo on the train tracks behind Maze Lumber, Wednesday, Dec. 2, 2020, in Peru, Ill. Wally … Wally the Wallaroo is "making a speedy recovery" after the kangaroo-like animal led police and residents of an Illinois town on a two-hour chase before a dramatic rescue in the Illinois River. The Independent. The city workers turned Wally over to police who rushed him to Bridgeview Veterinary Clinic in Peru. All Rights Reserved. Dec. 9, 2020. Officials said Wally was pulled from the cold and turbulent Illinois River by a passing fishing boat crew and brought to shore where city employees took custody of him. Wally jumped into the Illinois River and was rescued by a random fishing boat who scooped him up in a fishing net and was transported to Bridgeview … Peru Police officers and other volunteers help corner Wally the Wallaroo on the train tracks behind Maze Lumber, Wednesday, Dec. 2, 2020, in Peru, Ill. Wally escaped from his owner Nathan Drewel in Peru shortly after 1 p.m. on Wednesday. Don't fret; Wally the Wallaroo is doing well the day after his daring escape and river rescue in Peru, Ill. Latest Stories. Wally the Wallaroo is "making a speedy recovery" after the kangaroo-like animal led police and residents of an Illinois town on a two-hour chase before a dramatic rescue in the Illinois River. Wally the Wallaroo runs past a Peru Police Truck. Copyright © 2021 WLS-TV. Wally the Wallaroo runs past a Peru Police Truck. Peru Police officers and other volunteers help corner Wally the Wallaroo on the train tracks behind Maze Lumber, Wednesday, Dec. 2, 2020, in Peru, Ill. Wally escaped from his owner Nathan Drewel in Peru shortly after 1 p.m. on Wednesday. He was rescued … A video was posted to Facebook at around 1:30 p.m. showing Wally jumping through a resident's yard. December 3, 2020, 8:51 PM. Police added that Wally is lawfully owned and possessed by a state permit. Wally the male Wallaroo, which is between the the size of a kangaroo and a wallaby, was loose in Peru starting at around 1:15 p.m., police said. Wally, as its owner named it, first was noticed on … Peru police officers and volunteers help corner Wally the Wallaroo on Wednesday on the train tracks behind Maze Lumber in Peru. Ad. 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This bloke — named Wally — got away from his owner in LaSalle County. “It would be very difficult to explain how this crazy adventure affected so many people and how all of the police, fire, city employees and so many citizens were cheering for a rescue before it was too late. Wally the wallaroo doing well after La Salle County chase, Illinois River rescue ABC7 Chicago| 12-04 PERU, Ill. (WLS) -- Wally the Wallaroo is making a quick recovery; nearly as quick as his escape Wednesday in Peru, Ill. Wally's owner posted on Facebook that Wally is taking it easy at home tonight, and was not injured during his escapade. Perhaps one of the rare items so far this year that has. PERU, Ill. (WAND) - A wallaroo rescued from a frigid river in central Illinois is back home with his owner Wednesday night. The wallaroo — an Australian animal that is larger than a wallaby but smaller than a kangaroo — named Wally got away from his owner in LaSalle County. Police said officers caught a kangaroo-like animal in Peru, Illinois Wednesday. He was rescued by … AP. Friday, December 4, 2020 PERU, Ill. (WLS) -- Wally the Wallaroo is making a quick recovery; nearly as quick as his escape Wednesday in Peru, Ill. Wally's owner posted on Facebook that Wally … Wally was taken to Bridgeview Animal Hospital to be treated for exposure to the cold water and some minor abrasions. ", ‘Chicago PD' Actor Creates Wall Art Mural Project to Promote Change in Harvey, Copyright © 2021 NBCUniversal Media, LLC. Wally the wallaroo escaped from his owner Nathan Drewel in Peru shortly after 1 p.m. Wednesday. Police said the wallaroo is a male named Wally. Wally ended up in the Illinois River. Fr. Wally the wallaroo runs past a police truck in Peru, Illinois. Peru police officers and volunteers help corner Wally the Wallaroo on Wednesday on the train tracks behind Maze Lumber in Peru. Photo: NewsTribune via AP “I had to hold back the … "Without warning Wally jumped into the river and attempted to swim across from the north shore to the south shore," police said. 2 of 5 Wally the Wallaroo runs past a Peru Police Truck on Third and Schuyler Streets on Wednesday, Dec. 2, 2020, in Peru, Ill. Wally escaped from his owner Nathan Drewel in Peru … "Today was one of the better days of 2020!" Peru Police officers and other volunteers help corner Wally the Wallaroo on the train tracks behind Maze Lumber, Wednesday, Dec. 2, 2020, in Peru, Ill. Wally escaped from his owner Nathan Drewel in Peru shortly after 1 p.m. on Wednesday. Wally the wallaroo doing well after La Salle County chase, Illinois River rescue ABC7 Chicago | 29d PERU, Ill. (WLS) -- Wally the Wallaroo is making a quick recovery; nearly as quick as his escape Wednesday in Peru, Ill. Wally's owner posted on Facebook that Wally is taking it easy at home tonight, and was not injured during his escapade. A wallaroo that escaped from its owner gave a small Illinois town and its police department something to cheer about Tuesday. Perhaps one of the rare items so far in 2020 that has. Caption. By Jayce Eustice. The black marsupial kept Peru police and good Samaritans jumping when he got loose and bounced along the business district on Fourth Street, along Route 251, and the riverfront. Bernabei said. PERU – The saga of Wally the Wallaroo ended happily Wednesday. Wallaroos are an intermediate in size between kangaroos and wallabies. Up Next Close. PERU, Ill. (WLS) -- Wally the Wallaroo is making a quick recovery; nearly as quick as his escape Wednesday in Peru, Ill. A press release from … "The two fisherman that were able to save him from the river ... and finally a big thank you to Bridgeview Veterinary Hospital! Wally, the male Wallaroo who was tracked throughout Peru, resembles a Kangaroo. In the 24 hours since his chase through the streets of Peru, Wally the Wallaroo has become a social media phenomenon and has been highlighted on countless media outlets throughout the country. First responders in Illinois hopped into action to corral a wayward wallaroo that led them on a two-hour chase that ended in the Illinois River. Wally the Wallaroo doing well after river rescue. ( AP ) ( AP ) Fearing that the marsupial might get hit by a vehicle, Peru Police Chief Doug Bernabei shut down nearby roads. Native to Australia, Wallaroos are larger than wallabies and smaller than kangaroos. Peru Police officers and other volunteers help corner Wally the Wallaroo on the train tracks behind Maze Lumber, Wednesday, Dec. 2, 2020, in Peru, Ill. Wally escaped from his owner Nathan Drewel in Peru shortly after 1 p.m. on Wednesday. I truly am thankful for each and every person who took part in bringing him home safely. Wally the Wallaroo is examined by a vet at Bridgeview Animal Hospital in Peru, Illinois, on November 2. Wally escaped from his owner, Nathan Drewel, shortly after 1 … The wallaroo was later released back into Drewel's custody. UPDATE: Peru police save wallaroo who ended up in Illinois River Dec. 3 (UPI) -- A wallaroo -- a hybrid of a kangaroo and a wallaby -- escaped from its … Tracking Wally the wallaroo’s trip around Peru Peru PD and Public Works radio communications provide route. Wallaroos usually are found in the wild in Australia. Prosecutors cite covid-19 in request for three-month delay in George Floyd trial. Runaway Wallaroo Named Wally Rescued from Illinois River After Two-Hour Chase with Police Georgia Slater 12/5/2020. Scott Anderson - sanderson@shawmedia.com. Wally eventually made his … Wally the wallaroo is safe at home after taking a tour of Peru Wednesday afternoon. With only seconds to spare the rescue was made," Peru Police Chief Doug Bernabei said. 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