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Kush escapes from wildlife park again

Red panda goes missing for second time in three months

An investigation is underway after Kush the red panda escaped from the Curraghs Wildlife Park for a second time.

The seven-year-old previously went missing in October after a fallen branch allowed him to climb out of his closure.

He returned to the park four weeks later after being captured in a nearby garden.

However, Kush has now disappeared again, and an extensive search of the surrounding area has been launched.

The wildlife park is appealing for motorists to slow down when passing the facility, and is asking anyone who spots Kush to get in touch.

The park says the panda isn't dangerous, but is asking members of the public not to try to catch him.

Sightings can be reported by calling 897323.

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