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36 Beloved Peacocks Stolen from California Hotel

7/26/2025

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The Ryde Hotel in Walnut Grove, California, is reeling after the shocking theft of 36 beloved peacocks, which vanished on July 13. These vibrant birds, a staple of the hotel's charm since 2011, left the venue eerily quiet. Witnesses spotted two men with a cage, prompting an investigation by the Sacramento County Sheriff’s Office as the hotel ramps up security measures.

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Story summary

The Ryde Hotel in Walnut Grove, California, is reeling after the shocking theft of 36 beloved peacocks, which vanished on July 13. These vibrant birds, a staple of the hotel's charm since 2011, left the venue eerily quiet. Witnesses spotted two men with a cage, prompting an investigation by the Sacramento County Sheriff’s Office as the hotel ramps up security measures.