Police Investigate Squirrel Abuse


	Police Investigate Squirrel Abuse

abailart

1-25-2008 3:08 AM

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1-25-2008 8:16 AM

tabsey

Story worked. Didn't they want a reaction?

1-25-2008 8:18 AM

skwirlinator

Squirrel abuse is a serious matter in these times!

1-25-2008 7:58 PM

jonhatespigeons

Dont f*** with squirrels, they will destroy you.

Word.

1-26-2008 7:59 AM

carrerinyes

The squirrel cops have to earn a living. They too have donut habits to support

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