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Aug 17, 2022 12:29 AM - Connect News

Wolves get out of enclosure in Greater Vancouver Zoo, Langley RCMP and BCCOS investigating

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The Greater Vancouver Zoo is working with the Langley RCMP and the B.C Conservation Officer Service to contain wolves that have been found outside their enclosure this morning, this is an ongoing investigation and is suspicious, and believed to be due to malicious intent.

Most wolves are back in the care of our animal health and welfare team. GVZoo staff continue to actively search for small number of remaining wolves un-accounted for.

Langley RCMP are investigating what appears to be unlawful entry and vandalism.

Zoo officials say there is no danger to the public and ask anyone who sees a wolf in the Greater Vancouver Zoo area to contact the following below.

If you have information contact

The Greater Vancouver Zoo 604-856-6825 Ext. 2004

Langley RCMP 604-532-3200.

B.C. Conservation Officer Service 1-877-952-7277

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