Raccoons Terrorize Brooklyn

Let's face it; when gangs of toughs roam the streets of Brooklyn, a typical response might be, "Yah, tell me something I don't already know."

Well, this gang of toughs aren't your typical teen psychopaths; they're raccoons and some Brooklynites are up in arms.

Reports of aggressive raccoon behavior fuels raccoon gossip and the oversized rodents are achieving mythical stature. Garbage digging raccoons are often accused of being rabid and residents want the raccoons removed. Other residents see masked bandits as entertaining and lament that people should keep garbage put away.

Read more about Brooklyn raccoon gangs here.