A raccoon that fell asleep in a Virginia store bathroom during Black Friday is now a town mascot, inspiring a naming contest and over $200,000 in fundraising for a local animal shelter.

A raccoon that went viral after being found passed out in a Virginia store bathroom during Black Friday has become an unofficial town mascot, prompting Ashland’s Downtown Association to launch a public naming contest. Nicknamed the “Trashed Panda,” the animal gained international attention for climbing through a ceiling and ending up in a restroom. The incident inspired community fundraising through raccoon-themed merchandise, raising over $200,000 for a local animal shelter. Residents and fans can submit name ideas at ashmandvirginia.com, with the winner receiving a $50 gift card and official recognition.