News gets dumped at Ipswich Star’s doorstep

Some stories land in your inbox, others are quite literally dumped on your doorstep, as the Ipswich Star discovered when a large turd welcomed staff to its Ipswich office this morning.

Newsquest offices in Ipswich
Newsquest offices in Ipswich

The unsolicited reader submission was first spotted on Tuesday, strategically placed on the path between Crown Street and St George's Street, just steps away from the publication's entrance, as reported by the Ipswich Star.

Sources remain divided on whether this bold editorial statement originated from human or animal. However, the sheer size of it indicated either considerable dedication or a very large dog with impeccable timing and taste.

All that remains of the poo laid at the doorstep of the Ipswich Star
All that remains of the offending article laid at the doorstep of the Ipswich Star Photo: Oliver Rouane-Williams (Ipswich.co.uk)

The offending article has been removed, though the lingering aroma of this particular scoop may remain for some time.

Yes, I did go and try to take a photo.

And, no, it wasn't me.

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