THIEVES have again broken into a park in the county, this time letting out a family of seven wallabies.

They cut fencing at Wingham Bird Park to steal money from children’s rides and equipment including plasma television screens.

But the damage allowed the wallabies, including two babies, to get out.

Five were soon recaptured because they stayed near the perimeter fence and another was found in the vicinity of the park the following day. But a two-year-old male is still missing and the park fear he is at risk of being hit by a car or train.

He was last seen near Adisham railway line and head keeper Adrian Cummins is urging anyone who spots the animal not to chase after it.

He said: "They are very docile and can survive quite happily on grass and plants. But he will simply run away if chased.

"They can be captured if cornered but we would prefer it if any sightings are reported to us at the park on 01227 720836 or on my mobile 07952 085931."

He added: "We have been plagued by intruders and vandals over the last 18 months and have stepped up security but this is perhaps the most irresponsible act yet."