Grinch-costumed cop smashes door in Peru drug raid

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In a festive twist to law enforcement operations, a Peruvian police officer donned a Grinch costume while participating in a drug raid during the holiday season. The unusual scene unfolded in southern Lima, where the costumed officer wielded a sledgehammer to breach the entrance of a suspected drug trafficking location.

The operation, conducted by Peru’s Green Squadron unit, maintained their unique tradition of incorporating holiday-themed costumes into their enforcement activities. Video footage released by Peru’s national police agency captured the entire sequence of events, showing the Grinch-dressed officer not only leading the operation but also actively assisting in apprehending suspects.

An undercover police officer in a Grinch costume conducted a raid on drug dealers in Peru. pic.twitter.com/PjQlPGTbZY

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The dramatic scenes showed the officer, dressed as the iconic Dr. Seuss character, forcefully entering the premises and helping to secure the area. Following the successful raid, the costumed officer was seen assisting fellow law enforcement personnel in escorting the detained suspects to police vehicles.

This distinctive approach to law enforcement operations represents a continuing practice by the Green Squadron unit, who regularly incorporate festive elements into their duties during holiday periods, adding an unexpected element to their serious law enforcement responsibilities.

Peru's national police used a fake Grinch to bust drug gangs 😂😅 pic.twitter.com/DbaedpAGGA

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