Ohio Woman Arrested, Raccoon's Fate Uncertain

During a traffic stop in Springfield Township, Ohio, police arrested 55-year-old Victoria Vidal after finding her pet raccoon, Chewy, holding a meth pipe in the driver's seat, with bodycam footage capturing Officer Austin Branham's disbelief as the raccoon appeared to 'try to smoke' the pipe. Officers initiated the stop because Vidal had an active warrant and was driving with a suspended license. A search of the vehicle revealed a bulk amount of methamphetamine, crack cocaine, and several used glass pipes. Vidal was charged with felony drug possession, possession of drug paraphernalia, and driving under suspension, with further charges pending lab results. Authorities confirmed Vidal had paperwork to legally own the raccoon, and Chewy was unharmed, but animal control is reviewing the pet's future due to the exposure to drugs. Police noted the uniqueness of the case and emphasized their commitment to community safety.