"I got a gerbil. There's multiple gerbils in his pants. Multiple gerbils recovered," officers said. 
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — A string of break-ins ended with Ohio officers relaying "multiple gerbils recovered" over the radio early Tuesday.
Columbus police found a man, later identified as Matthew Pancake, sleeping on a bench after a string of break-ins wearing a leopard print onesie with a furry surprise inside.
Body-worn camera video released by Columbus police through a public records request shows officers investigating a break-in at a Roosters near Hilliard after a security system alerts them.
About 15 animals — including dogs, bunnies, a ferret, a bird, and hamsters — were let loose, according to the company's co-owner.
Police checked out a Famous Footwear store next, where police accuse Pancake of stealing boots.
Eventually, officers locate Pancake sleeping on a bench, covered in glass, blood, and a dog collar in a leopard print onesie.
While checking him for evidence and injuries, officers made a bizarre discovery in his pant leg.
"I got a gerbil. There's multiple gerbils in his pants. Multiple gerbils recovered," officers said.
Initial charges for Pancake include vandalism and breaking and entering. He may face more after the case is presented to a grand jury.
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