Krispy Kreme doughnuts appear to have much the same effect on a sewer line as they do on a human artery.

Citing goop-clogged pipes, Fairfax County is looking to recoup millions of dollars from the confectionery giant, claiming yeast and grease dumped at the company’s Lorton plant destroyed the surrounding sewer system.

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