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Opossum Catapult Video Sparks Florida Wildlife Investigation
10 Dec, 2025
Summary
- Social media creator Charles Ross is under investigation for an opossum catapult video.
- Florida wildlife officials are actively investigating the disturbing video.
- Multiple complaints have been filed regarding the animal cruelty footage.
Authorities in Florida have launched an investigation into content creator Charles Ross, also known as Creations Ross, following the public sharing of a video depicting an opossum being propelled by a catapult. The incident has garnered widespread attention and led to multiple complaints directed at Ross, who boasts 2 million followers on Instagram and resides in Sarasota, FL.
The Sarasota County Sheriff's Office confirmed receiving numerous complaints about the controversial footage. In response, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) has stated they are aware of the video and are collaborating with the Sarasota County State Attorney's Office to conduct a thorough investigation into the matter.
The FWC has reiterated their serious stance on wildlife violations, affirming their dedication to safeguarding Florida's animal populations. The commission encourages anyone with further information pertaining to this or any other wildlife violation to contact their dedicated Wildlife Alert Hotline.
