Clutch time: Canadian and US World Cup mascots feature in Peruvian drugs raid
Summary
Police in Lima, Peru, used costumes of the Canadian and US World Cup mascots to arrest a suspect in a drug raid. The police disguised themselves as the mascots because the suspect was a strong soccer fan and the costumes helped them approach without raising suspicion.Key Facts
- The mascots used were Clutch the Bald Eagle (USA) and Maple the Moose (Canada).
- The police operation took place in Lima, Peru.
- Officers dressed as mascots to get close to the suspect during the raid.
- The suspect was known to be a passionate World Cup fan.
- The disguise helped police carry out the arrest without alerting the suspect.
- Clutch symbolizes leadership and overcoming challenges, according to FIFA.
- Maple is described as a street artist who can blend into diverse environments.
- A third mascot, Zayu the Jaguar, was not involved because it "doesn’t work Wednesdays."
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