**BREAKING: MONKEY BUSINESS ERUPTS IN SOUTH CAROLINA AS FIVE MORE MISCHIEVOUS MONKEYS MAKE GRAND ESCAPE… AND THEN RETURN HOME**
In a bizarre incident that has left experts scratching their heads and locals giggling, five more rambunctious monkeys have been coaxed back to their home at the South Carolina Primate Research Facility, a breeding compound that supplies the scientific community with a troop of talented and trouble-prone primates.
According to eyewitnesses, the mischievous monkeys, identified as Bongo, Mango, Sparky, Gizmo, and Lola, were seen swinging from tree to tree, causing a hullabaloo in the quiet town of Greenville. Witnesses described the scene as “absolute pandemonium” as the monkeys played a game of “king of the mountain” on top of a parked car, sent a bird feeder flying, and even photobombed a group of unsuspecting tourists.
“I was just trying to take a selfie, and suddenly I had a monkey in my hair!” exclaimed tourist Emily Johnson. “I mean, I’ve heard of monkey business, but this was ridiculous!”
The five wayward primates, estimated to be around 3-5 years old, were reportedly enjoying their brief taste of freedom before being gently persuaded back to their enclosure by a team of experts armed with an arsenal of juicy fruits and tantalizing treats.
“We are thrilled to have our furry friends back home, where they belong,” said Dr. Jane Smith, director of the research facility. “While we appreciate the excitement, our top priority is ensuring the health and well-being of our animals. And also, preventing any more monkey business.”
The incident marks the fifth reported escape of a group of monkeys from the facility in recent months. While some have raised concerns about the safety and security of the compound, officials insist that the monkeys are well-cared for and that their antics are just a sign of their high intelligence and playful nature.
As for Bongo, Mango, Sparky, Gizmo, and Lola, they’re just happy to be back home, where they can continue to entertain their human friends with their zany antics – and perhaps plot their next great escape.
