Elmo Fights Back Against Attacker

Police in central Florida say a man dressed as the "Sesame Street" character Elmo was attacked Saturday at a music store in Winter Park, but he was able to fend off the attacker. He actually broke the fingers of the attacker's hand before police arrived.



Good morning. I'm Steve Inskeep.

If something about Elmo makes you edgy, you're not alone. But be careful what you do about it, because the "Sesame Street" character can take care of himself. A man in Winter Park, Florida was hired to perform at a music store. He dressed as the red, furry monster with the high-pitched voice. Suddenly, a man threw punches at Elmo, and Elmo fought back. He actually broke the fingers of the attacker's hand before police arrived.

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