Pasadena's white peacock 'Sugar' relocated to private ranch after recovery from injuries

Nearly a month after surviving a hit-and-run incident involving a mail truck, a white peacock named Sugar has been relocated to a private ranch in Northern California. The peacock sustained injuries from an encounter with a U.S. Postal Service worker in August. According to reports, the mailman allegedly chased and struck the bird, leaving it injured on the ground. Video footage from the incident showed the mailman pursuing the peacock rather than simply trying to scare it away. The postal worker was also seen swinging a stick at the bird. The Pasadena Humane Society announced on Wednesday that wildlife experts determined relocation would provide Sugar with a better quality of life and reduce the risk of future negative encounters due to the public attention surrounding the case. The organization expressed gratitude for the community's support during Sugar's recovery. Following the incident, local residents expressed outrage on social media, with some calling for action against the mailman. Sugar was treated at the Pasadena Humane Society, where veterinarians found swelling and minor wounds but no broken bones. The case has been referred to the District Attorney for review and consideration of formal charges.