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Mischievous Goats "Arrested" by Jacksonville Sheriff's Office, Awaiting Bail or Adoption

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Published on February 11, 2026
Mischievous Goats "Arrested" by Jacksonville Sheriff's Office, Awaiting Bail or AdoptionSource: Facebook/Jacksonville Sheriff's Office

In Jacksonville, two goats, nicknamed Bad Billy and Scape Goat, were apprehended by police after roaming on Lawrence Place near University Boulevard. The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office shared the incident on social media, noting the animals are now in custody.

The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office asked the goats’ owner to come forward and pay a $100 fee to reclaim them. If unclaimed by Friday, the animals will be put up for adoption. Bad Billy and Scape Goat’s escapade has attracted widespread attention on social media, with locals sharing and commenting on the unusual incident.

Sergeant Ben Rhoden of the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office is the designated contact for the owner to arrange their release using the phone number listed in the Facebook post.