In a world filled with wonders, have you ever heard of someone wanting to "kidnap an alligator"? Recently, a bizarre theft occurred in Brunswick, Georgia, involving an emotional support alligator named Wally, owned by Joie Henney. Henney reported that after returning home from an outing with friends, he discovered that Wally had mysteriously vanished from his secure enclosure.
Wally is not just any alligator; he is the actual alligator actor from Marvel's series "Loki," where he portrayed the character "Alligator Loki". Henney believes that the kidnapper, described as "a jerk who enjoys throwing alligators into people's yards to scare them," maliciously released Wally into the wild.
In a strange turn of events, after a trapper located Wally, he was released into a 430,000-acre swamp alongside 20 other alligators. This unexpected release complicated what could have been a straightforward resolution to the kidnapping. Although releasing animals may seem humane, Henney fears that Wally, being a domesticated emotional support pet, will struggle to survive in the wild.
According to updates on social media, the vastness of the swamp makes finding Wally extremely unlikely. Henney expressed his concerns: "We currently have no way to pinpoint where we can start searching. Even if we are told about the swamp's location, it is so large that even with a team, it would take months to search." He thanked everyone for their continued support and prayers for Wally's safe return.
Wally has garnered significant fame in North America prior to his role in "Loki," boasting a substantial following and many fans. Henney has been actively appealing to Wally's supporters and the public for assistance in locating his beloved pet, despite acknowledging that this may be overly optimistic.
Legally speaking, anyone attempting to remove an alligator from the swamp without proper permits faces severe penalties or imprisonment. Consequently, Henney has initiated a fundraising campaign to cover expenses related to the search for Wally. His only hope is to bring his cherished companion back home at any cost.