St. Louis Man Arrested for Attempting to Steal a Radioactive Squirrel

St. Louis Man Arrested for Attempted Radioactive Squirrel TheftSt. Louis Man Arrested for Attempted Radioactive Squirrel Theft In a bizarre turn of events, a St. Louis man has been arrested for allegedly attempting to steal a radioactive squirrel from a university research facility. According to the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department, 32-year-old Chester Carter was apprehended on campus after security guards noticed him acting suspiciously near a laboratory where the squirrel was being kept. Upon searching his backpack, police found a lead-lined container, gloves, and a crowbar. Investigators later discovered that the squirrel had been injected with a radioactive isotope for research purposes. The substance, while harmless in low doses, could potentially cause serious health problems if ingested or exposed to for an extended period of time. Carter is facing charges of attempted theft and possession of a radioactive substance without a license. He is currently being held on $500,000 bail. Authorities have not yet determined Carter’s motive for allegedly attempting to steal the squirrel. Some speculate that he was seeking to profit from the radioactive isotope on the black market. Others suggest that he may have been suffering from mental health issues. The university from which the squirrel was stolen has declined to comment on the incident. However, a spokesperson for the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission stated that the theft attempt was a “serious breach of security” and that the agency is investigating. The radioactive squirrel has been safely recovered and returned to the research facility. Officials have assured the public that there is no danger to the community. The case has raised concerns about the security of radioactive materials and the potential risks associated with their theft or misuse. The NRC is urging anyone with information about Carter’s activities or the attempted theft to contact law enforcement authorities.