Raw Milk Enthusiast Definitely Had A Few Intrusive Thoughts During Zoo Visit

ERROL PARKER | Editor-at-large | Contact

A 29-year-old man has been removed from the Channel Country Zoo this afternoon following an incident at the Sumatran orangutan enclosure, during which he is alleged to have made a series of unsavoury and off-colour remarks regarding the animal's breasts.

The man, identified as French Quarter resident Bodhi Henderson, had travelled to the privately-owned facility on the outskirts of Betoota Heights with visiting extended family, arriving shortly after 10am. Staff reported no issues during the first two hours of the visit.

It was somewhere between the meerkats and the kiosk that things began to curdle. A slow, creeping unease that those familiar with the raw milk enjoyers will recognise immediately, the particular gleam of a man who has done his own research and found it wanting. By the time the party reached the great ape exhibit, Henderson had separated from the group and assumed what witnesses describe as a fixed, meditative posture in front of the glass.

He would remain there for the next eleven minutes.

"He just kept saying, 'Damn, Bohdi wanna gooooo,'" said one zoogoer, who asked that their full name be withheld.

"Biting his lip and stuff. No thanks, I had to go and get help."

A spokesperson for the Channel Country Zoo confirmed the facility was reviewing CCTV footage and would be considering all options in relation to Henderson's future access to the grounds. Queensland Polcie have not confirmed whether formal charges are being considered.

Anyone with information regarding this incident, or any other suspicious behaviour observed at the Channel Country Zoo, is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or via crimestoppers.com.au. Information can be provided anonymously.