This story has been updated to include newly-acquired information from the New York State Police about the number of bomb threats reported by the New York Department of Environmental Conservation, in addition to the bomb threat locations.

Peanut the squirrel, a pet that became a social media star, has been euthanized after New York state authorities seized it during a raid.

An Instagram-famous squirrel named Peanut was seized from his owner on Wednesday, October 30th, and people everywhere are outraged; so much so that there's a petition that's already been signed by nearly 25 thousand people to get Peanut back home.

Peanut's owner Mark Longo told NewsNation host Chris Cuomo that he is "appalled" that New York uses resources to kill a raccoon and squirrel.

Peanut, a squirrel with a global Instagram following, has been euthanised by New York authorities, sparking outrage from his devoted owner and fans alike.The squirrel, who captured hearts with his playful antics and quirky costumes,

Peanut — a 7-year-old squirrel owned by Mark and Daniela Longo — was euthanized by New York state officials last week and everyone is ticked.

An orphaned squirrel known to hundreds of thousands as Peanut was euthanized by New York animal control authorities this week, following a raid on the home of Mark Longo. Peanut's death prompted outrage across social media -- particularly among Donald Trump supporters and MAGA enthusiasts,