TROUTMAN, N.C. — Quit monkeying around, a monkey is on the loose in Iredell County.

A Capuchin monkey owned by Zootastic Park in Troutman got loose, Iredell County Animal Services announced on Wednesday. Now, authorities are working with the zoo to safely recapture the animal.

Iredell County Animal Services is urging people to avoid attempting to capture, chase, or interact with the monkey on their own -- leave the monkey business to professionals.

If you see the monkey while out and about, don't go bananas. Call Iredell County Animal Services 704-878-5335.

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