'Grinch' apprehended by police for disturbing Santa in New Jersey

Sunday, December 12, 2021
VERONA, New Jersey (WABC) -- The Grinch got nabbed in Essex County.

The holiday villain was spotted disturbing Santa and his elves while on a fire truck in Verona.
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The mean Green offender dashed away but was quickly apprehended by police and arrested for disturbing the peace.



Santa then got back to work on his mission - spreading holiday cheer. He even dropped off a special gift: an engagement ring for firefighter Jerry DeYoung to give his girlfriend, Taylor. She said yes.

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