From booze to black belts: Virginia’s drunk raccoon suspected in karate shop break-in
A raccoon suspected of being inebriated broke into a karate shop in Virginia, USA. The incident took place on a late Saturday night at the Bushiken Karate Charlotte Hall dojo. The owners discovered the furry intruder when they arrived at the premises. The mischievous raccoon allegedly caused a ruckus inside the facility, knocking down items and shattering mirrors.
According to the karate school’s head instructor, Eilleen Smith, they initially thought the mess was due to a burglary. However, after reviewing the security footage, they were surprised to find a raccoon stumbling around the dojo. The animal’s behavior led them to believe that it might have accessed some alcohol stored inside the dojo, which could explain its unusual actions.
Local authorities were called to the scene to handle the situation. Animal control was also notified to ensure the safe removal of the raccoon from the premises. Fortunately, no injuries were reported during the incident, and the dojo resumed its regular activities after a thorough cleanup.
The intoxicated raccoon incident has garnered attention on social media, with many finding humor in the bizarre break-in. Some have even joked about the raccoon attempting to earn a black belt in karate after its unexpected dojo visit.
The Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources has reminded residents to secure their premises to prevent similar incidents involving wildlife. As of now, the raccoon’s whereabouts and condition remain unknown.
Sources Analysis:
Security Footage – The security footage from the karate school is likely a reliable source for information about the incident, as it directly captured the events that unfolded.
Animal Control – Animal control officials have a vested interest in managing incidents involving wild animals and ensuring public safety, making them a credible source regarding the removal of the raccoon.
Fact Check:
The break-in at the karate shop – Verified fact. The incident was reported by the karate school’s owners and confirmed by local authorities.
The raccoon accessed alcohol – Unconfirmed claim. This information is based on the dojo’s observations and assumptions.
No injuries were reported – Verified fact. This information was confirmed by the authorities and the karate school.
Social media reaction – Verified fact. The online response to the incident can be observed on various social media platforms.
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