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Coverage dated October 16, 2026

'30 to 40 beers': Flamingo abuse trial delves into Canadian’s 'memorable' Las Vegas work trip

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Mitchell Fairbarn didn’t know if he should be in Las Vegas, his father was just diagnosed with cancer over Christmas. Nonetheless, he turned off his phone for the first time in nine years and decided to “let loose.” Thirty to 40 beers later, his actions became the subject of a felony case.

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  1. Las Vegas Review-Journal

    Flamingo abuse trial testimony details bird’s injuries, alcohol-soaked Las Vegas trip (opens Las Vegas Review-Journal)

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    One Canadian visitor now faces felony charges. His friend nearly got married. The trip was like something out of the movie “The Hangover,” a defense attorney said.

  2. 8 News Now Las Vegas

    '30 to 40 beers': Flamingo abuse trial delves into Canadian’s 'memorable' Las Vegas work trip (opens 8 News Now Las Vegas)

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    Mitchell Fairbarn didn’t know if he should be in Las Vegas, his father was just diagnosed with cancer over Christmas. Nonetheless, he turned off his phone for the first time in nine years and decided to “let loose.” Thirty to 40 beers later, his actions became the subject of a felony case.