Girl Asks Police To Run DNA Test On Santa’s Cookies And Carrots
From books to TV shows to podcasts, true crime is America’s hottest genre. Apparently, true crime fans come in all ages. While no crime appears to have been committed in…
Santa student Jerry Owens of New Albany, Indiana walks a reindeer in the back yard of Santa Claus school Dean Tom Valent during the Charles W. Howard Santa Claus School workshop on October 16, 2008 in Midland, Michigan. The Charles W. Howard Santa Claus School is becoming legendary as it is in its 71st year of classes. Student Santas gather from around the world to share their common love of Christmas and the magical spirit of Santa Claus. They share their stories, learn common traditions, and values that started at this school from the beginning. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images)
Al Bello/Getty ImagesFrom books to TV shows to podcasts, true crime is America's hottest genre. Apparently, true crime fans come in all ages. While no crime appears to have been committed in this case, a young girl is asking a Rhode Island police department to put their investigative skills to use in solving a holiday mystery.
According to their press release, the police department in Cumberland, Rhode Island received a letter this month from a girl who collected a partially-eaten Oreo cookie and baby carrots that she had left out for Santa Claus and his reindeer. She has requested that the police run a DNA test on the food to prove if Santa is real.
Police Chief Matthew Benson said the girl obviously has a keen sense for truth and that they'll do their very best to provide answers once the test results come back from the State of Rhode Island Department of Health Forensic Sciences Unit. He also states that the department has "some already uncovered evidence in support of Santa Claus' presence in her neighborhood" on Christmas Eve.
The Cumberland Police Department shared the inquisitive girl's letter and evidence on Facebook. Who knows? Maybe this will inspire some writer in Hollywood. I can see it now: "This holiday season, Mariska Hargitay, Christopher Meloni, and Ice-T track justice at the North Pole. Bundle up for Law & Order: Special Christmas Unit."
7 U.S. Towns That Really Get Into Christmas
Why do we love watching sentimental Christmas movies? I think a big reason is to see the places where those movies take place. You know, those quaint Norman Rockwell-esque towns all dressed up for the holiday season. Fortunately, those places don't only exist in the movies.
As much as I love Christmas in New York City, there's just something special about the way a small town looks and feels in December. Whether you don’t want the Christmas season to end, you’re looking for a last minute trip to celebrate the holidays, or you're just trying to find your own Bedford Falls, here are some of the best Christmas towns to visit in the U.S., according to Elite Daily.
Solvang, California
This California town with Danish roots rings in the holiday season with Julefest. Learn more about Solvang here.
New Hope, Pennsylvania
Hop aboard Santa’s North Pole Express Train and visit the illuminated Peddler's Village, where you'll find plenty of holiday shopping and dining options. Learn more about New Hope here.
Park City, Utah
In addition to great skiing and snowboarding, you won't want to miss the Snow Globe Stroll. Learn more about Park City here.
Aspen, Colorado
After a day on the slopes, visit the Aspen Pedestrian Mall for shopping and carriage rides. Learn more about Aspen here.
Nantucket, Massachusetts
Celebrate the season by the sea with lots to take in along the annual Christmas Stroll. Learn more about Nantucket here.
Santa Fe, New Mexico
Add some Southwestern flavor to the your Christmas festivities in this picturesque high desert spot. Learn more about Santa Fe here.
Williamsburg, Virginia
Experience a colonial Christmas in one of America's oldest towns. Learn more about Williamsburg here.
