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A man from Mount Vernon was taken into custody yesterday for allegedly pretending to be rock star Sammy Hagar at various local spots, including two banks and a vape shop.
According to the police, 58-year-old Ronnie Putnam from Summersville entered several businesses claiming to be "the real Red Rocker" and insisted on opening accounts under the name Sammy Hagar Enterprises, LLC. Witnesses reported that Putnam even gave a short acappella rendition of "I Can’t Drive 55" to back up his claim.
"He mentioned he was on tour but needed to cash a royalty check," recounted one bewildered teller. "He had on red sunglasses and had a slight scent of margarita mix, so I thought it might actually be him."
Putnam was arrested after showing a homemade ID that said "Sammy Hagar, Rock God." He is facing charges for fraud and disorderly conduct. When asked for a statement, Putnam just yelled, "I CAN’T DRIVE TO JAIL!"
And the REAL red rocker responded:
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