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Pasadena Peafowl Assault Sparks Humane Society and Postal Service Investigation
8/24/2026, 12:50:24 AM
Peacock Attack in a Residential Neighborhood
Surveillance footage captured a United States Postal Service mail carrier assaulting an all-white peacock named Sugar in a Pasadena neighborhood. The video shows the worker first hurling a rock at the bird and then striking it on the head with a stick. The incident was recorded by resident Greg Davis and his wife, who later described the peacock as a familiar “watch bird” that roamed the streets and guarded the area.
Community and Animal-Welfare Response
The Pasadena Humane Society took Sugar to its clinic, where staff noted swelling around his left eye and abrasions on his left foot. Spokesperson Kevin McManus said the bird is expected to recover fully after treatment. The Humane Society has opened an investigation into the assault, and the United States Postal Service has also launched its own inquiry into the employee’s conduct.
Official Statements & Responses
Greg Davis, who lives near Sugar, condemned the mail carrier’s actions, emphasizing that the bird’s behavior did not justify violence. Kevin McManus, representing the Humane Society, confirmed that Sugar’s injuries are being monitored and that the organization is cooperating with authorities. The Postal Service has not released a detailed comment but indicated that standard disciplinary procedures will be followed pending the outcome of its investigation.
Verbatim Quotes
- “He shouldn't have done that. No matter what you do and no matter what the peacock did, there's no reason for him to potentially kill him.” — Greg Davis
The incident has drawn attention from local residents who view Sugar as a neighborhood fixture, while animal-rights advocates stress the need for accountability when wildlife is harmed. Both the Humane Society and the Postal Service continue to investigate, and updates are expected as the case progresses.
