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Man Accused of Stealing Flamingo Testifies He Drank 30-40 Beers
Man accused of stealing Las Vegas flamingo admitted drinking 30-40 beers before incident.
In brief
Man accused of stealing Las Vegas flamingo admitted drinking 30-40 beers before incident. Mitchell Fairbarn, 34, testified he took flamingo Peachy as a drunken prank after drinking 30-40 beers, causing injury. Originally reported by Valleynewslive.
Trial Begins
Mitchell Fairbarn, 34, took the stand in his animal cruelty trial.
Accusation Details
Fairbarn faces two counts of animal cruelty after allegedly stealing flamingo Peachy from Flamingo Hotel and Casino.
Security Evidence
Police saw Fairbarn hopping a fence around 5 a.m. March 3 to enter flamingo habitat.
Peachy's Injuries
Peachy had seven to eight missing feathers, broken shafts and blood loss from trauma.
Testimony on Drinking
Fairbarn said he drank 30 to 40 beers before taking Peachy as a drunken prank.
Fairbarn's Background
Fairbarn lives in central Ontario, runs excavation business since 2014, married with three children.
ConExpo Connection
Fairbarn was at ConExpo, a global construction show every three years, representing Canada.
Family Health
Fairbarn's father was diagnosed with cancer in December 2025, he was on the fence about coming.
Incident Timeline
Fairbarn spent March 2 gambling and drinking 30-40 beers, then entered habitat around 5 a.m. drunk.
What Happened Next
Fairbarn grabbed Peachy as a prank, carried bird to room for two or three minutes, then arrested.
The key point
Mitchell Fairbarn, 34, testified he took flamingo Peachy as a drunken prank after drinking 30-40 beers, causing injury.
