Raygun, a baboon, is making his way through Pretoria toward a new home.

The Owl Rescue Centre is closely tracking him, and authorities are asking the public to help by reporting any sightings.

According to Brendan Murray from the Owl Rescue Centre, Raygun’s last sighting on Friday was in Meyerspark at the old motor club.

“I suspect he is fast asleep now,” Murray said.

They are currently tracking Raygun through Silverton, heading east.

“This is fine for now. We’re not going to try to catch or dart him yet. If he’s smart and sticks with the green belts, he will be well on his way to another baboon troop near Bronkhorstspruit by the weekend.

“But knowing these big guys love a bit of fun, we suspect he might try his luck and head through Mamelodi.”

Murray explained that Raygun poses no danger to anyone; he’s simply trying to get to his new home peacefully.

He also clarified that should the opportunity arise, they are prepared to dart Raygun, but there are some factors to consider when darting a baboon.

“There are a lot of risks involved. He can cover 2-3 kilometers before the drugs kick in, and during that time, he may cross over buildings, which can make it difficult to track him.”

Murray continued, “When baboons start feeling drowsy, they tend to climb. So if there is a ten-story building, he will go up and you dont want to be on the roof of a ten-story building when you are all drugged up. So if it is safe to do, we will dart him. But if it’s safe, we will dart him.”

The team is carefully tracking his movements to ensure his safety. If he heads toward Mamelodi, efforts will be made to block his path.

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