**BREAKING: Raccoon Apocalypse Hits Netherlands as Nine Mischievous Masks Escape Zoo**
In a bizarre incident that has left residents of the Netherlands on high alert, nine raccoons made a daring escape from the local zoo, leaving a trail of chaos and destruction in their wake.
The raccoons, described as “crafty critters with a penchant for pandemonium,” managed to evade zoo officials and make their way into the city, causing widespread mayhem.
“I was just walking to work when suddenly, I was confronted by a gang of raccoons in ski masks,” said local resident, Hans Janssen. “They were rummaging through trash cans, knocking over bicycles, and generally causing a ruckus. I was shocked, to say the least!”
The raccoons, estimated to be around 2-3 feet tall and sporting mischievous grins, were seen roaming the streets, leaving a trail of destruction in their wake.
“I tried to shoo them away, but they just laughed at me and started doing backflips,” said Maria Rodriguez, a local shopkeeper. “I’ve never seen anything like it! They seemed to be having the time of their lives.”
The nine raccoons, identified as Rocky, Ricky, Rascal, Rusty, Rocco, Riki, Roderick, Rex, and Rascalina, are believed to have been planning their escape for months.
“We’re taking this very seriously,” said zoo spokesperson, Joris de Vries. “We’re working closely with local authorities to track down the raccoons and return them to their enclosure. But let’s be real, those little guys are geniuses. They’re like the Ocean’s Eleven of the animal kingdom!”
As the search for the rogue raccoons continues, residents are advised to remain vigilant and keep a close eye on their trash cans.
In the meantime, the raccoons are enjoying their newfound freedom, with eyewitnesses reporting sightings of the masked bandits raiding gardens, stealing snacks from market stalls, and even attempting to “reorganize” the city’s bike parking system.
Stay tuned for further updates on this developing story, and in the meantime, keep your wits about you – those raccoons are on the loose!
