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Gracie, a giraffe who was reported missing in Real County, has been located, sheriff’s office says
By Nate Kotisso, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· June 26, 2026
· 1 min read
The search for a missing giraffe in Real County is now a successful one. According to the Real County Sheriff’s Office, Gracie is on her way home. In a statement Friday morning, the sheriff’s office said the giraffe was located by Vick Jones at approximately 7:30 a.m., nearly four miles south of ...
Key takeaway In a statement Friday morning, the sheriff’s office said the giraffe was located by Vick Jones at approximately 7:30 a.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
The successful location of Gracie, the missing giraffe, brings relief to the community, particularly in the rural areas surrounding San Antonio . As a city surrounded by vast ranchlands and preserves, San Antonio residents are not unfamiliar with the presence of exotic animals in the area. The fact that Gracie was found nearly four miles south of Cedar Hollow Ranch, a significant distance from her enclosure, highlights the challenges of searching for and capturing large animals in these remote areas. The use of aerial searches in this case proved effective, and it will be interesting to see how the team assembled by Vick Jones will safely capture and transport Gracie back to her home. The incident also raises questions about the safety and security of animal enclosures in the area, and whether similar incidents could be prevented in the future.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 26, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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