NJ Man Arrested For Shooting Backyard Squirrels

A New Jersey man could be facing jail time after he allegedly shot and killed squirrels he said were invading his home — and then hung them on a fence.

Linden Police said Richard Baird is charged with a single count animal cruelty. He could face up to a $1,000 fine and six months in jail, according to Det. Lt. James Sarnicki.


Baird told police he was having a problem with squirrels getting into his house through a hole. He said he tried to patch the hole with metal but the rodents kept sneaking back inside.

Det. Lt. Sarnicki said Baird decided to set a trap – slathering peanut butter on a tree in his backyard to lure the rodents. Then, he opened fire on the unsuspecting squirrels with a BB gun.

“He was taking them out on by one,” Sarnicki said. “He was frustrated that he couldn’t keep the squirrels out of his house and he took matters into his own hands.”  More

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