Owners of internet-famous squirrel Peanut sue New York over the euthanization of their animals by DEC.

Mark Longo and Daniela Bittner, owners of internet-famous squirrel Peanut, plan to sue New York state over the seizure and euthanization of Peanut and another animal, Fred, by the Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC). They claim the DEC unjustifiably euthanized the animals for rabies testing and allege their rights were violated during the raid. The family seeks damages for emotional distress and loss of income from Peanut's online presence.

November 27, 2024
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