The Frankfort Parks Department reported that a break-in at the aviary last night into the early morning resulted in the theft of multiple birds from the TPA Park aviary.
On Sunday, June 9, zookeepers reporting for their early feeding of the birds noticed several birds missing from the aviary, officials said.
Upon notice of the missing birds, the Parks Department reportedly contacted the Frankfort Police Department to launch an investigation into the situation that is now currently pending.
According to Parks Superintendent Joel Tatum, the damages from the stolen birds are estimated to be around $30,000 for the aviary.
As a result of the stolen birds and investigation, the Park’s Department announced that the TPA Park Aviary and Petting Zoo will be closed today, Sunday, June 9.
Community members are encouraged to visit the Frankfort Parks Department Facebook page for more information regarding the investigation as it develops.