American influencer Sam Jones apologizes for sparking outrage with a video showing her taking a baby wombat from its mother in Australia. She explains her intentions were to prevent harm to the animal.

Influencer Sam Jones -- who sparked backlash after she stole a baby wombat from its mother in Australia -- addressed the criticism in a two-part statement posted on her Instagram.

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