Raccoon’s ‘Poor Choices’ Lead to Pass Out in Liquor Store Bathroom
A raccoon in Virginia has become the center of attention after a wild night at a local liquor store. Early on Saturday, the masked creature broke into the establishment and quickly discovered the liquor aisle. Its adventure led to a chaotic scene with smashed bottles and a ceiling tile collapse.
Raccoon’s Wild Escapade
On Saturday morning, employees arrived to find the raccoon passed out on the bathroom floor. It had indulged in an excessive amount of scotch and whisky, leading to a rather embarrassing situation.
Incident Details
- Date: November 29, 2025
- Location: Ashland, Virginia
- Involved Parties: Local animal control officer Samantha Martin
- Outcome: Raccoon released back into the wild
Samantha Martin, a local animal control officer, humorously remarked about raccoons. “They are funny little critters,” she noted. The raccoon’s antics included a full-blown rampage of drinking and destruction.
Return to the Wild
After the incident, Martin took the raccoon to the animal shelter. According to the Hanover County Animal Protection and Shelter, the raccoon was given time to recover. Despite the wild night, it showed no signs of injury, except perhaps a hangover.
The agency humorously noted, “Hopefully he learned that breaking and entering is not the answer.”
This incident serves as a reminder of the unexpected mischief wildlife can bring. The raccoon’s poor choices led to an unusual yet entertaining scenario, demonstrating that sometimes, nature’s creatures can surprise us in the unlikeliest of places.
