SARASOTA, Fla. ( WWSB ) - A Capuchin monkey died Monday night despite lifesaving efforts by Punta Gorda Fire Department crews after the animal’s family sought emergency help at a Tamiami Trail fire station.
Punta Gorda Fire Officials said around 9:45 p.m. on Monday, the Walck family made an emergency stop at their station on Tamiami Trail seeking urgent medical care for their beloved Capuchin monkey, Miss Leah.
The Walck family had just returned from North Florida, where Leah had seen medical professionals earlier in the day for “underlying health concerns.” As they arrived back in the area, they noticed that Leah was not acting normally and decided to seek help at the fire station.
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