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Wallaroo chase in Peru: Owner said fishermen arrived at right time to rescue his pet from Illinois River

Police chased wallaroo for more than an hour around town, keeping tabs on it

A wallaroo jumps in front of Christmas decorations outside a house in Peru. (Scott Anderson)

By Jayce Eustice

A wallaroo jumps in front of Christmas decorations outside a house in Peru. (Scott Anderson)

Dr. Allison Spayer at Bridgeview Animal Hospital is treating Wally the wallaroo. She said says “Wally has a slight abrasion and is cold.” (Scott Anderson)

The vet believes Wally will be able to return home Wednesday night. (Scott Anderson)

Wally the wallaroo was rescued from the Illinois River in Peru on Tuesday afternoon. (Jayce Eustice)

A wallaroo jumps along the train tracks on Water Street in Peru. (Scott Anderson)

A wallaroo stands in a backyard in Peru. (Scott Anderson)

A wallaroo jumps along a sidewalk in Peru. (Scott Anderson)

Yes, wallaroos can swim. Wally put his abilities to the test by leaping into the Illinois River in Peru. He was eventually rescued by a fishermen on a boat. (Jayce Eustice)