California meth bust leads to rescue of young spider monkey
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A drug bust in Northern California has resulted in the rescue of three exotic animals, one of which, a spider monkey, is now receiving care at the Oakland Zoo.

According to a Facebook post by the Solano County Sheriff’s Office, deputies conducted a traffic stop on May 6 in an unincorporated region near Vallejo, approximately 30 miles from San Francisco.

The traffic stop concluded with the arrest of Clifford Vincenty, a 50-year-old resident of Vallejo, and the confiscation of roughly half a pound of methamphetamine.

County-level law enforcement executed a search warrant at Vincenty’s home the next day, where another pound of meth, over $2,000 in cash, two live rattlesnakes and a live spider monkey were reportedly found.

“Infant spider monkeys in the pet trade are often the result of their mothers and family members being shot down from the trees to capture the baby,” said Colleen Kinzley, vice president of animal care, conservation and research at the Oakland Zoo.

Violeta the monkey

Violeta is being cared for at the Oakland Zoo, where she is expected to undergo further medical testing. (Oakland Zoo/TMX)

“Many times, the baby is killed or injured due to the fall. Once they enter the pet trade, these animals typically do not receive a proper diet or adequate socialization with other monkeys, which can lead to lifelong physical and mental health issues,” Kinzley added. “It is crucial to raise awareness about the threats these animals face and to take action to end this deadly trade.”

Vincenty was charged with possession of a controlled substance for sale, according to the sheriff’s office, and faces additional charges, including “potential violations related to the possession of exotic animals.”

The investigation is ongoing. The Solano County Sheriff’s Office did not respond to Fox News Digital’s request for comment.

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