Deputy and kangaroo become unexpected and instant friends

Monday, January 15, 2018
LANCASTER, California -- It's not everyday you see a deputy cradling a kangaroo.

In a photo posted on Twitter, Los Angeles County Sheriff's Deputy Montesdeosca is posing with "Boomer," an acting kangaroo.
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The Lancaster Sheriff's Office said the deputy works the school beat in Lancaster.

A teacher, whose family member works in the film industry, brought "Boomer" to Antelope Valley High School so he can get comfortable around people.



The deputy saw "Boomer," and they just bonded.
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You'll want to be on the lookout for the furry animal because he might appear in movies and be famous soon!



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