Who knew that there were albino wallabies?
Who knew that there was a Gan Garoo Zoo in the Beit She’an Valley?
Who knew there was an Australian-themed animal park in northern Israel?
Who knew that there were two Israelis desirous of stealing wallabies from a zoo and moving them to their Tel Aviv apartment?
Who knew that the Israeli police could solve this burglary in less than 24 hours?
Was the Mossad involved?
If the thieves are convicted, will Greta Thunberg declare that the Israelis ran a “kangaroo court”? Will she lead a flotilla to Israel to protest the arrest of these poor protectors of joey rights? Finally, will she demand that the roo be sent back to the land down under?
How was the wallaby’s health at the time of his or her rescue?
How will Israeli justice deal with this heinous criminal?
This mystery needs much more investigation by the Times of Israel; we must demand that a full-time reporter be assigned to this story and that the editors of TOI hop to it.
About the Author
Florida’s Jewish short-story writer, speaker, film producer, and retired attorney. Mort is the co-editor of “Sea of Tranquility—A Literary Anthology.” The book is scheduled to land on the Moon in December of 2025 as part of the Lunar Codex Project. The Earthbound editions are now on sale on Amazon. He has also authored “A Hebraic Obsession”, “The Hanukkah Bunny,” and “The Greatest Gift.” Mort has produced an award-winning short film titled “The Stairs.” The movie is available to view for free online. ChatGPT says, “Mort is known for his works that often explore themes of love, loss, and the human connection. Laitner has published several books, including “A Hebraic Obsession.” His writing style is characterized by its emotional depth and introspection. Laitner’s works have garnered praise for their heartfelt expression and keen insight into the human experience.” Mort was the president of the South Florida Writers Association and a correspondent for the Fort Lauderdale Sun Sentinel Jewish Journal.