Each and every one involved in the "raid" should be fired. The homeowner should be able to personally sue whoever ordered the raid, and everyone that participated in it.
I wouldn't care if the guy had a pet moose living with him. That's his business.
I have my opinion of who should have been euthenized here. I hope the victim and animal rights people force this issue. THIS is why people hate the government and want the whole thing torn down. Too many badge heavy pseudo-cop bullies.
I have squirrels and bunnies and quail who live on my property - like millions of Americans. They aren't pets, they just live there in harmony, but the jack boots better bring an army if they want to hurt them. I'm old, life in prison won't last long.
This is somewhat local, western NY. I know people who know these folks personally. The sanctuary farm they run is big, and they’ve done so much good. The city of Elmira added a picture of the squirrel to its billboard, and so many are supporting the sanctuary.
DEC has gotten several bomb threats and at least 4 offices are closed with people now working from home.
Very wrong what happened. I have not read all the details but suspect this is a case of following orders and poor judgement calls.