A report from Salt Lake City describes a police tip which lead officers to search the home of a suspected dogfighter in November 2008. The suspect was not arrested because "he fled once officers began to question him". So officerS (presumably 2 or more) were questioning the man and he ran away. How is this … Continue reading Dogfighting Suspect Arrested in UT
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45 Dogs Seized in Randolph Co, AL Dogfighting Bust
The ASPCA, HSUS and AL authorities have arrested 2 men and seized 45 dogs in connection with alleged dogfighting activity in 2 raids in Randolph Co, AL. The ASPCA release has some specific info on the dogs:“These dogs definitely suffered abuse and inhumane treatment at the hands of dogfighters,” said Dr. Merck, senior director of … Continue reading 45 Dogs Seized in Randolph Co, AL Dogfighting Bust
2 Pitbulls Seized from Alleged Dogfighters in NJ
Police in Hamilton Township, NJ charged 5 men with dogfighting and seized 2 Pitbulls after apparently coming upon a dogfight in the woods. Video showing the dogs with multiple bite wounds and swollen legs is here. If the owners are convicted or sign the dogs over to authorities, I hope the dogs receive a fair … Continue reading 2 Pitbulls Seized from Alleged Dogfighters in NJ
8 Pitbulls Seized in Harvey, IL
Cook Co, IL:[Michael] Whitted, 38, of Lincoln Avenue, was charged with eight counts of cruel treatment to animals, eight counts of animal owner duties, two counts of unlawful use of a weapon and one count of possession of firearms without a valid FOID card, according to.the Cook County Sheriff’s office.[...]When officers executed the search warrant, … Continue reading 8 Pitbulls Seized in Harvey, IL
Bust Dog Evaluation: Live or Die?
The dogs seized from a Virginia sheriff's deputy in connection with dogfighting charges have reportedly been evaluated. Subsequently, 12 were killed and 7 are being put into rescue:[Lt. Doug] Perry says that was the case with the 19 dogs who survived after being seized from the home of former Richmond Sheriff's deputy Dave Robinson, who … Continue reading Bust Dog Evaluation: Live or Die?
Over 20 Pitbulls Seized in AL Dogfighting Bust
Bessemer, AL police reportedly seized 21 Pitbulls (although another story adds in 6 pups for a total of 27 seized dogs) from a suspected dogfighter last week. Video - showing the dogs looking rough - is here. No word on what's going to happen to the dogs next but I will keep an eye on … Continue reading Over 20 Pitbulls Seized in AL Dogfighting Bust
13 Pitbulls Seized in Monroe Co, Mississippi
A fugitive wanted by the feds on suspicion of murder was captured this week in Monroe County, Mississippi. In the course of the arrest, authorities seized a number of firearms and uncovered a suspected dogfighting operation: Authorities also found 13 badly scarred pit bull dogs on Evans’ property. Inside his residence, police found and seized … Continue reading 13 Pitbulls Seized in Monroe Co, Mississippi
Vick Dogs on ESPN Tomorrow Night
The show E:60 on ESPN will air a program about the Vick dogs tomorrow night. They posted an "additional content" vid here.
Tidbits from Monday Reading
The case of a VA man originally sentenced for selling Pitbull fighting videos whose conviction was reversed on appeal will be heard this fall by the Supreme Court:The Supreme Court will consider reviving a federal law banning the sale of images of animal cruelty. A federal appeals court said the law illegally restricts this form … Continue reading Tidbits from Monday Reading
20 Pitbulls Seized in Henrico Co, VA Bust
From the Richmond-Times Dispatch:Twenty-one pit bulls, one of which was dead, were found in the rear of a home, said Henrico police Lt. A.J. Scott. Animal-protection officers took four injured dogs to receive veterinary treatment and the rest to the county animal shelter. [David W.] Robinson, who was arraigned in Henrico General District Court yesterday, … Continue reading 20 Pitbulls Seized in Henrico Co, VA Bust
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