What happened in Vegas ends up in court. A tourist stole a live flamingo and could go to jail.

Mitchell Fairbarn was found guilty of animal cruelty after stealing a flamingo from the Flamingo Hotel. During his stay, he was intoxicated and took the bird to his room, causing it physical harm. The incident was captured on hotel cameras, showing Fairbarn carrying the flamingo and the bird appearing distressed. Fairbarn's lawyer argued that his client did not intend to harm the animal, but the jury deliberated for five hours before reaching a guilty verdict. Fairbarn faces up to four years in prison for the felony charge and an additional six months for the misdemeanor. The flamingo, named Peachy, is recovering but remains anxious after the incident. Animal rights advocates welcomed the jury's decision as a warning against animal cruelty in Nevada.