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Mark Longo Demands Investigation After Squirrel Euthanization by State Officials

Exclusive | P’nut the Squirrel’s grieving owner says he was treated like a ‘terrorist’ in 5-hour raid by NY state 🔗

On Wednesday, DEC officials, along with reps from the Health Department, came to Mark Longo’s home in Pine City, NY unannounced.

Mark Longo, the owner of P’nut the Squirrel, described a harrowing experience when New York state officials conducted a five-hour raid on his home, treating him like a “terrorist.” The raid was prompted by complaints about a raccoon, Fred, but ultimately led to the euthanization of both animals, allegedly for rabies testing after P’nut bit an official. Longo, who had cared for P’nut for over seven years, was devastated by their deaths and criticized the excessive force used by the state. He is now demanding an investigation into the actions of the officials and the justification for the raid.

What prompted the raid on Mark Longo's home?

The raid was initiated due to complaints about a raccoon named Fred, but it ultimately focused on P’nut the Squirrel.

Why were P’nut and Fred euthanized?

The state claimed they were euthanized for rabies testing after P’nut allegedly bit an official during the raid.

How did Mark Longo feel about the raid and the state’s actions?

Longo felt he was treated unfairly and questioned the necessity of the aggressive government response, demanding accountability for the euthanization of his pets.

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