Mystery of Gracie the giraffe deepens as sheriff calls recapture claims a tall story

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1. 12d ago

   Gracie the Giraffe Returns to Cedar Hollow Ranch

   Gracie, a 3-year-old reticulated giraffe, has been returned to Cedar Hollow Ranch in Leakey, Texas. She was found near a creek and pond with ample vegetation. A group of people coordinated her safe transport back to the property.

   What's confirmed:

   • Gracie is back at Cedar Hollow Ranch in Leakey, Texas.
   • The giraffe was found near a pond and creek with plenty of vegetation.
   • The Real County Sheriff's Office shared a photo of the animal back inside the fence.

   Still unconfirmed:

   • Gracie was seen in Fredericksburg, Texas.
   • The animal is in time-out until a new fence is built.
   confidence 90%
2. 18d ago

   Gracie the Giraffe Located After Two Weeks in Texas Hill Country

   Gracie, a 3-year-old reticulated giraffe, has been found safe after wandering off a private ranch. The animal had been missing for nearly two weeks in the Texas Hill Country. A previous report claiming the giraffe was found earlier in the week was false.

   What's confirmed:

   • Gracie is a 3-year-old reticulated giraffe.
   • The giraffe escaped from Cedar Hollow Ranch in Texas.
   • Gracie has been located and is returning home.
   • The animal was missing for nearly two weeks.
   • The Real County Sheriff's Office confirmed Gracie was located.

   Still unconfirmed:

   • A Texas ranch offered a $5,000 reward for the 16-foot-tall giraffe.
   • Gracie was last seen on a game camera west of Leakey.
   confidence 100%