Authorities in Indiana are searching for a reported lion and its cub after calls about potential sightings in Hancock and Madison counties. The Madison County Sheriff’s Department says it receives a report of two large exotic cats at around 10 a.m., prompting deputies to begin looking for the animals along with assistance from state police.
Officials are treating the reports as urgent and are advising the public while the search continues. The Daily Mail reports that local law enforcement has “no idea” where the predator came from, and describes heightened alert in both counties following the Thursday sightings. The Hill frames the effort as an active hunt by sheriff’s deputies and state police for the two cats, focusing on the initial report and the jurisdictions involved.
The outlets agree the response is based on reported sightings rather than confirmed capture, and the search is ongoing.
