Particle.news

Download on the App Store

Ohio Police Discover Raccoon Holding Meth Pipe During Traffic Stop

A routine traffic stop in Springfield Township led to drug charges and questions about exotic pet ownership after officers found a pet raccoon with drug paraphernalia.

Image
Image
The image shows a pet raccoon named Chewy and its owner.

Overview

  • Victoria Vidal, 55, was detained during a traffic stop for an active warrant and driving with a suspended license.
  • Officers found her pet raccoon, Chewy, holding a meth pipe in the driver's seat, prompting a vehicle search.
  • The search uncovered 7 grams of methamphetamine, suspected crack cocaine, and three used meth pipes.
  • Vidal faces felony drug possession and paraphernalia charges, with further charges pending lab results on the crack cocaine.
  • Authorities are determining if Vidal has the proper permits to legally own Chewy, who remains unharmed and may be rehomed.