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New York Authorities Planned to Euthanize Peanut the Squirrel and Fred the Raccoon Before Seizing Them From Owner Mark Longo

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Updated Apr 24, 2025, 02:37 AM

Judicial Watch obtained 163 pages of records from the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation through a lawsuit, revealing that authorities had planned to euthanize a squirrel named Peanut and a raccoon named Fred before seizing them from their owner, Mark Longo. The raid involved at least 12 law enforcement officers and was prompted by anonymous complaints. Peanut, an Instagram-famous squirrel with over 500,000 followers, was deemed a rabies risk by New York state officials and was euthanized during the controversial operation. The documents indicate that the decision to kill Peanut and Fred was made prior to the raid, sparking public backlash and accusations of government abuse.

Peanut was found in a bathtub, while Fred was located in a suitcase in a bedroom closet. The incident has attracted widespread media attention and political debate, including the creation of a $2 billion memecoin inspired by Peanut. The case highlights tensions between animal welfare concerns and regulatory enforcement by state authorities.

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