The Grinch hands out hams as part of release agreement. 

The Grinch, left, along with Sgt. Warmuskerken (the guy in brown).

The Grinch hands out hams as part of release agreement. 

SCOTTVILLE — Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole reported that deputies apprehended The Grinch earlier today. As part of his conditional release, he has been ordered to give back to the community by assisting deputies during traffic stops by giving Christmas hams to motorists. MCP spotted The Grinch, along with Sgt. Matt Warmuskerken at the Scottville Wesco handing out one of the 10 hams. Sheriff Cole said more will be distributed Tuesday. 

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