Giraffes Vanished From Zoo | Roanoke News

A shocking twist in the Natural Bridge Zoo animal abuse case reveals a covert, year-long plot to smuggle newborn giraffes out of Virginia — orchestrated by an activist and federal informant who allegedly coordinated via text messages. The British outlet’s leaked affidavit details how the pair planned to move the “baby G’s” as soon as they were born, while investigators were blocked from inspecting the animals in April — only to discover the pregnant giraffes were no longer pregnant, with signs of afterbirth. The informant later handed over incriminating texts to U.S. Fish and Wildlife agents, sparking a federal probe. Though the calves were eventually recovered and relocated to a Georgia conservation park, their whereabouts remain secret under a gag order. With multiple trials set for early 2027, the case continues to unfold in silence — and secrecy. 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/cb272fbb13801a77