Orphaned squirrel who became social media star was euthanized after being seized from home
PINE CITY, N.Y. (AP) — An orphaned squirrel that became a social media star called Peanut was euthanized after state authorities seized the beloved pet during a raid on his caretaker's home, authorities said Friday.
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Peanut the Squirrel has been euthanized after being seized by officers from the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, his owner Mark Longo has announced.
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Instagram Star Peanut the Squirrel Seized by New York Environmental Authorities
After seven years as a social media star, Peanut the Squirrel was seized by New York environmental authorities, who said the animal was being kept illegally. The squirrel’s dismayed human owner is now trying desperately to get him back.
Social Media Star Peanut the Squirrel Seized by New York Authorities
Peanut, whose name is also spelled P'Nut or PNUT, was seized by officers from the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, according to a statement his owner, Mark Longo, published on Peanut's official Instagram account on Wednesday, Oct. 30.
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