In an unusual incident during a traffic stop in Ohio, police found a pet raccoon named “Chewy” in the driver’s seat of a vehicle, with a glass methamphetamine pipe in its mouth. The encounter occurred when officers pulled over 55-year-old Victoria Vidal from Akron, whose car was stopped due to an active warrant and suspended driver’s license. Upon discovering the raccoon with the meth pipe, the officer jokingly noted it as evidence. When the pipe was taken, Chewy produced another one, showcasing the bizarre nature of the situation.
Despite the odd circumstances, the raccoon was unharmed and legally owned by Vidal, as Ohio permits the domestication of raccoons with the necessary paperwork. Further inspection of the vehicle revealed significant amounts of illegal substances, including methamphetamine and crack cocaine, along with multiple used meth pipes. Vidal was subsequently charged with three counts of possession of drug paraphernalia and cited for driving while under suspension. Additional charges related to crack cocaine possession may follow pending lab results.
The Springfield Township Police Department shared the incident on social media, emphasizing the unexpected nature of finding a raccoon with a drug pipe, a first for their officers. They also stated their commitment to community safety and indicated that Chewy would be rehomed properly through the Ohio Department of Natural Resources. The unusual encounter highlights both the challenges police face during routine stops and the unique circumstances surrounding this case, merging wildlife and criminal activity in an unexpected way.
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