Boy with Autism Wanders Into Zoo Exhibit | Milwaukee News

A 13-year-old boy with autism wandered into an African Savanna enclosure at the Milwaukee County Zoo, briefly sharing space with Southern ground hornbills—prompting viral videos and safety reviews. His non-verbal son, obsessed with animals and the zoo, broke away from caregivers; his grandmother helped get him out safely with public assistance. The father, overwhelmed by online backlash, pleads for compassion, stressing his son’s love for animals and lack of intent to harm. The zoo confirms they’re reviewing protocols while affirming enclosures meet all standards—and accepting the family’s apology. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/91d206acee90de3a