After decades of speculation we now know for sure: McGruff the Crime Dog can take a punch.

Police in Washington say a Metro bus driver thought it would be funny to rough up McGruff - the popular anti-crime mascot. The bus driver, Shawn Brim, climbed off his bus, adjusted the side view mirrors and then slugged Officer Tyrone Hardy. Hardy was dressed in the crime dog costume and was handing out fliers to kids.

Police say after punching McGruff, Brim calmly got back on the bus and drove away. He didn't get far. The bus was quickly pulled over.

Officer Hardy had a swollen cheek but was more concerned the attack would upset the kids. He also wanted folks to know you can't really attack or defend very well wearing an 80-pound dog outfit. Brim has been charged with simple assault.

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