Wednesday, June 08, 2005

Man with a chain saw that was apparently covered with blood was let into the U.S.

Now this really makes me feel safe. According to this AP story, the appearance of being a chainsaw wielding psychopath isn't enough to prevent a border crossing into this country. Gregory Despres was covered in blood. He had a home-made sword, brass knuckles, a knife, a hatchet, and a chainsaw covered in blood. But they let him cross the border into the US anyway. According to Bill Anthony, a spokesman for US Customs and Border Protection, they had to let him in because he was a naturalized citizen and wasn't wanted on for any crimes. "Being bizarre is not a reason to keep somebody out of this country or lock them up. ... We are governed by laws and regulations, and he did not violate any regulations."

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