ALLEGHENY COUNTY, Pa. —

Police officers are being hailed as heroes after stopping a "green-furred suspect" who attempted to "end" Christmas and "steal" an ambulance in Allegheny County.

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Verona Borough police said the department received several 911 calls reporting a "green-furred male wearing a Santa-style outfit" removing holiday decorations and gifts from residents along Center Avenue and Wildwood Avenue.

Officials said callers reported the suspect dragging a large red sack while mumbling about "ending Christmas."

When officials arrived on the scene, they said unplugged Christmas lights and overturned yard decorations were found. Missing wreaths were al

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