USDA investigates primate deaths at a South Carolina research facility after a whistleblower's report.

The USDA is investigating reports of primate deaths at Alpha Genesis, a biomedical research facility in South Carolina, following an earlier monkey escape incident. PETA claims a whistleblower reported 18 long-tailed monkeys died due to a heater malfunction, though the USDA has not confirmed this. The USDA is reviewing the complaint to check for violations of the Animal Welfare Act and will release inspection reports publicly.

November 26, 2024
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