Comic book fan, cosplay aficionado, and 15-year veteran deputy sheriff Michael Wilson (@knightmage) brought cheer to countless families on December 18 when he strolled into his local Ohio TOYS R US dressed as Dragon Ball‘s Piccolo and paid off everyone’s layaways.
He posted pictures on Facebook, adding, “There’s going to be some happy people when they find out their layaway’s was paid off thanks to Piccolo and Drunken Bob’s Creations! Tis the season.”
For more photos, check out Wilson’s Facebook.
Thanks to Adam S. for the tip!
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