Who is Gracie?

Gracie is a Mallard duck who was found tortured in a Manhattan park recently near Gracie Mansion, close to the ASPCA's East 92nd street headquarters. The duck was found by a passer by with three nails driven through her head and beak. The ASPCA ( American Society for Prevention of Animals) is offering a $ 5000/- reward for anyone who can help catch the elusive fugitives responsible for the criminal offense.

The ASPCA's humane law enforcement department is investigating the case. Madeline Ogust, the lady who rescued the duck brought her to the ASPCA's Bergh Memorial Hospital where the nails were removed. Fortunately for Gracie, the two nails behind Gracie's eyes were inserted far enough from the brain so as not to cause permanent damage. According to Michael Krinsley, the veterinarian who has helped in Gracie's recovery, the bird will pull through although she may not be able to endure a tough life in the wild or even in the zoo, for that matter.