An American influencer who sparked outrage after posting a video of her snatching a baby wombat from its mother while in Australia apologized for her actions, saying she had acted out of concern for the young animal’s welfare.

Australia officials are looking into whether Montana-based influencer Sam Jones breached immigration law when fleeing the country.

US influencer Samantha Strable, who disgusted Australians by separating a baby wombat from its mother for a video, has left the country.