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Former DoD Deputy Chief Admitted To Operating Dogfighting Kennel Out Of Anne Arundel Home: Feds Former DoD Deputy Chief Admitted To Operating Dogfighting Kennel Out Of Anne Arundel Home: Feds
Former DoD Deputy Chief Admitted To Operating Dogfighting Kennel Out Of Anne Arundel Home: Feds A Maryland man who used to serve as a Department of Defense deputy chief will spend time behind bars after admitting earlier this to his role in a violent dogfighting ring that involved him electrocuting animals who lost, federal authorities confirmed. Frederick Douglass Moorefield, Jr., 64, pleaded guilty in September to federal charges that include conspiracy to engage in animal fighting, specifically the fighting of dogs, and interstate travel in aid of racketeering. On Friday, Dec. 13, officials announced that Moorefield has been sentenced to serve 18 months in federal prison,…
Maryland Animal Rescue Operator Convicted Of Cruelty After 73 Dogs Found In Squalor Maryland Animal Rescue Operator Convicted Of Cruelty After 73 Dogs Found In Squalor
Maryland Animal Rescue Operator Convicted Of Cruelty After 73 Dogs Found In Squalor A Chesapeake Beach woman who ran a home-based rescue was convicted of animal cruelty after authorities found dozens of dogs living in shocking conditions. Marliana Zahedi-Mullis, operator of "3 Acres Rescue," was sentenced this week in Calvert County District Court after investigators uncovered 73 dogs in cages filled with urine and feces at her residence on Breezy Point Road, according to a release from the Calvert County State’s Attorney’s Office. The investigation began in May, when Calvert County Animal Control officials executed a search warrant with assistance from the sheriff's offic…
Maryland Man Who Abused Dozens Of Dogs In 'Deplorable' Conditions Learns Fate In Court Maryland Man Who Abused Dozens Of Dogs In 'Deplorable' Conditions Learns Fate In Court
Maryland Man Who Abused Dozens Of Dogs In 'Deplorable' Conditions Learns Fate In Court A Baltimore man was sentenced to 10 years with most of his term suspended and ordered to pay $12,000 in restitution after 83 dogs were rescued from his Central Park Heights property earlier this year, authorities announced. Robert Conley, who pleaded guilty to 42 counts of animal cruelty, will serve three years of supervised probation and is banned from owning animals, a judge ordered.  The Baltimore City Sheriff’s Office and Animal Control officers uncovered the abuse during a raid at Conley's home on Pembridge Avenue in May, where dogs were found in appalling conditions, officials sa…
Self-Proclaimed 'Zoophile' Who Made Obscene Videos With Dog In Maryland Gets Prison Time Self-Proclaimed 'Zoophile' Who Made Obscene Videos With Dog In Maryland Gets Prison Time
Self-Proclaimed 'Zoophile' Who Made Obscene Videos With Dog In Maryland Gets Prison Time The man who produced videos "performing perverted acts with his dog," in St. Mary's County received the maximum sentence after being convicted of animal cruelty and other offenses. Sean Patrick Kraese, 24, a self-proclaimed "zoophile," was sentenced to seven years in prison for performing sexual acts on his pet dog. In June 2022, members of the St. Mary's County Sheriff's Office received complaints from neighbors regarding numerous dead animals, burn piles, and bone piles on his Piney Point property that were producing a noxious odor. Prosecutors said that detectives executed a s…
Suspect Throwing Kittens From SUV Wanted For Animal Cruelty Charges In Maryland, Sheriff Says Suspect Throwing Kittens From SUV Wanted For Animal Cruelty Charges In Maryland, Sheriff Says
Suspect Throwing Kittens From SUV Wanted For Animal Cruelty Charges In Maryland, Sheriff Says An animal cruelty complaint is being investigated in St. Mary's County after a person in an SUV was spotted tossing several kittens from a vehicle, according to the sheriff's office. Early on Saturday morning, a caller contacted investigators to report the incident, after spotting the suspect in the northbound lanes of Route 242 near the intersection of Route 242 in Morganza. The call was made at around 8 a.m. on Sept. 28. Witnesses said that the driver was in a silver SUV - possibly a Toyota - and tossed at least eight or nine kittens from the vehicle.  One cat was found dead at the…
Former DoD Deputy Chief Admitted To Operating Dogfighting Kennel Out Of Anne Arundel Home: Feds Former DoD Deputy Chief Admitted To Operating Dogfighting Kennel Out Of Anne Arundel Home: Feds
Former DoD Deputy Chief Admitted To Operating Dogfighting Kennel Out Of Anne Arundel Home: Feds A Maryland man who used to serve as a Department of Defense deputy chief admitted to his role in a violent dogfighting ring that involved him electrocuting animals who lost, federal authorities announced. Frederick Douglass Moorefield, Jr., 63, pleaded guilty to federal charges that include conspiracy to engage in animal fighting, specifically the fighting of dogs, and interstate travel in aid of racketeering. According to the guilty plea, federal agents began investigating Moorefield’s connections to dogfighting after officers from Anne Arundel County Animal Control responded to a rep…
Self-Proclaimed 'Zoophile' Convicted Of Animal Cruelty For Obscene Videos With Dog In Maryland Self-Proclaimed 'Zoophile' Convicted Of Animal Cruelty For Obscene Videos With Dog In Maryland
Self-Proclaimed 'Zoophile' Convicted Of Animal Cruelty For Obscene Videos With Dog In Maryland The man who produced video "performing perverted acts with his dog," in St. Mary's County was convicted of animal cruelty and other offenses. Sean Patrick Kraese, 24, a self-proclaimed "zoophile," is facing nearly a decade behind bars following his conviction last month, authorities announced. In June 2022, members of the St. Mary's County Sheriff's Office received complaints from neighbors regarding numerous dead animals, burn piles, and bone piles on his Piney Point property that were producing a noxious odor. Prosecutors said that detectives executed a search warrant at the home, w…
Maryland Man Accused Of Kicking Dog To Death At DC Daycare Facility: Feds Maryland Man Accused Of Kicking Dog To Death At DC Daycare Facility: Feds
Maryland Man Accused Of Kicking Dog To Death At DC Daycare Facility: Feds A Maryland man working at a District Dogs daycare in DC is facing charges for allegedly kicking a 5-month-old puppy to death, federal authorities announced. Prince George's County resident Adriano Demorais, 33, was arrested on Tuesday and arraigned on an indictment charging him with felony animal cruelty to animals for an incident reported in February. According to prosecutors, on Friday, Feb. 16, Demorais was working overnight at the District Dogs Navy Yard location feeding dogs, when Bronny, a Mountain Cur/German Shepherd mix inside the facility walked toward him. It is alleged that…
Canine Section Officer Charged With Animal Cruelty After Dog Found Mistreated In MD: Police Canine Section Officer Charged With Animal Cruelty After Dog Found Mistreated In MD: Police
Canine Section Officer Charged With Animal Cruelty After Dog Found Mistreated In MD: Police An officer employed in the Canine Section of the Prince George's County Police Department is facing animal cruelty charge for his alleged mistreatment of Daisy, a 2-year-old bloodhound assigned to him, authorities announced. On July 14, Cpl. David Acosta was suspended for an unrelated incident, and as part of that suspension process, police say that two Canine Section handlers were ordered to retrieve Daisy and Acosta’s second dog, a Belgian Malinois named Spartacus. According to the Prince George's County Police Department, once the dogs were retrieved, handlers found injuries related…
Man Charged With Arson, Animal Cruelty For Home Explosion That Killed Dog In Maryland (UPDATED) Man Charged With Arson, Animal Cruelty For Home Explosion That Killed Dog In Maryland (UPDATED)
Man Charged With Arson, Animal Cruelty For Home Explosion That Killed Dog In Maryland (Updated) Police in Baltimore County have charged a man in connection to the explosion that led to a two-alarm blaze and destroyed his family's home, fire officials announced on Tuesday. Michael Greensfelder, 52, is facing charges for allegedly intentionally creating a fuel/gas explosion that led to the destruction of the home he shared with his estranged wife and children. One person was injured late on Saturday, April 20, when there was a reported home explosion at 28 Crafton Road in Essex that also damaged neighboring homes.  The home explosion on Ridgemoor Road in Essex Baltimore C…
Charred Dogs Found In Burn Pile Outside Maryland Property, Sheriff Says Charred Dogs Found In Burn Pile Outside Maryland Property, Sheriff Says
Charred Dogs Found In Burn Pile Outside Maryland Property, Sheriff Says Two teens are facing charges after investigators in Maryland made a grisly pile of charred dogs that were allegedly abused, officials say. Paul Thomas Baylor III, 19, and Justin Uzonna Anabaraonye, 18, were both arrested following a probe by the Allegany County Sheriff's Office into dogs that were found "in what appeared to be a burn pile," authorities announced.  Last week, the sheriff's office was contacted by Allegany County Animal Control regarding an animal cruelty complaint, and after being shown photos of the charred remains of domestic dogs, an investigation was launched. …
Department Of Defense Deputy Chief Among Two In Maryland Charged For Dog Fighting Ring: Feds Department Of Defense Deputy Chief Among Two In Maryland Charged For Dog Fighting Ring: Feds
Department Of Defense Deputy Chief Among Two In Maryland Charged For Dog Fighting Ring: Feds Two Maryland men, one of whom is a Department of Defense deputy chief, are facing charges for their alleged roles in facilitating a dog fighting ring. Anne Arundel County residents Frederick Douglass Moorefield, Jr. 62, of Arnold, and Mario Damon Flythe, 49, of Glen Burnie, have both been charged with promoting and furthering an animal fighting venture, federal authorities announced this week. Moorefield, a Deputy Chief Information Officer for Command, Control, and Communications for Office of the Secretary of Defense, and Flythe used an encrypted messaging application to communicate with o…
Woman Admits To Abusing Animals At Non-Profit Venture In Maryland: Sheriff Woman Admits To Abusing Animals At Non-Profit Venture In Maryland: Sheriff
Woman Admits To Abusing Animals At Non-Profit Venture In Maryland: Sheriff An animal abuser will avoid prison time after hoarding dozens of rabbits and other creatures in deplorable conditions in Calvert County. Carol Badart VanWie, of Lusby, pleaded guilty in court to multiple charges involving her violations of animal cruelty laws after she left her pets in inhumane situations at her non-profit Bunny Magic and Wildlife Rabbit Rescue. Prosecutors said that VanWie was found to have housed more than 40 rabbits and other animals in "unsanitary and inhumane conditions" at the non-profit. A judge gave her a suspended jail sentenced, but she has been ordered not …
Family Dog Fatally Shot In MD, Suspect At Large, Police Say Family Dog Fatally Shot In MD, Suspect At Large, Police Say
Family Dog Fatally Shot In MD, Suspect At Large, Police Say The Baltimore County Police Department is seeking answers after a family pet was shot and killed during an early morning incident involving an unknown assailant. An alert was issued on Tuesday, July 25, as investigators continue to attempt to track down the person responsible for murdering Mowgli earlier this month. The shooting was reported at approximately 1 a.m. on Thursday, July 13 in the 4300 block of Flint Hill Drive in Owings Mills. Police say that the dog's owner reported hearing a gunshot while he was off his leash, and upon arrival, officers found the dog suffering from an appar…
Drive-Thru Shooter From DC Accused Of Killing Man, Dogs In MD: Police Drive-Thru Shooter From DC Accused Of Killing Man, Dogs In MD: Police
Drive-Thru Shooter From DC Accused Of Killing Man, Dogs In MD: Police A District man who gunned down two dogs in a stolen car during a violent carjacking spree is facing a slew of charges, including murder, in Maryland, authorities say. Daeyon Ross, 22, has been arrested and charged in Prince George’s County in connection to his role in the murder of 56-year-old Kurt Modeste, of La Plata, as well as two dogs that were in one of several carjacked vehicles. The long afternoon for officers began shortly after noon on Sunday, July 2, where there was a reported carjacking in the area of Addison Road South and Rolling Ridge Drive in Capitol Heights, where Ross alle…
Family Dog, Two Men Killed By PA Man In Double MD Shooting: Sheriff Family Dog, Two Men Killed By PA Man In Double MD Shooting: Sheriff
Family Dog, Two Men Killed By PA Man In Double MD Shooting: Sheriff Two men were killed along with a family dog following a double murder on Saturday night in Pylesville. York County, PA's Steven Nolan, 53, is in custody for his alleged role in the murders of Timothy Wayne Witherite, 62, and David Joseph Octavec, 70, both of Pylesville, who were found dead shortly after 8:45 p.m. on July 1. Officers were called to the 1700 block of Scott Road in Pylesville on Saturday night, where there was a reported shooting with at least two victims who were down. Upon arrival, they found Witherite and Octavec suffering from gunshot wounds and they were both pronounced…
House Of Canine Horrors: Dogfighter Admits To Animal Abuse In Maryland House Of Canine Horrors: Dogfighter Admits To Animal Abuse In Maryland
House Of Canine Horrors: Dogfighter Admits To Animal Abuse In Maryland The Maryland man who help operate a canine house of horrors will face time behind bars after admitting to dogfighting. Huntingtown's Edward Stanley Williams, 54, pleaded guilty to four counts of felony animal cruelty related to dogfighting, the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office announced on Wednesday, May 3. A multi-faceted investigation into alleged animal cruelty led to several disturbing discoveries on Williams’ Huntingtown property, where he maintained a dozen American Pit Bull terriers, several of which had injuries and scarring consistent with dogfighting. Evidence of dogfighting was …
Carjacking Suspect Shot By St. Mary's County Sheriff's Deputy ID'd Carjacking Suspect Shot By St. Mary's County Sheriff's Deputy ID'd
Carjacking Suspect Shot By St. Mary's County Sheriff's Deputy ID'd A host of charges have been filed against a 20-year-old man who remains hospitalized in Maryland after being shot by a member of the St. Mary's County Sheriff's Office as he fled from an alleged carjacking. Anne Arundel County resident Tyler Ray Marini Sater, of Stoney Beach, remains hospitalized in stable condition and criminal charges have been filed against him days after he was shot by Sgt. Timothy Wesner during a pursuit, the sheriff's office announced on Thursday, Dec. 22. Sater was charged with: Armed robbery;Robbery; Attempted armed carjacking; Attempted carjacking; Unlawful taki…
Maryland Man Accused Of Torching Home, Killing Teacher, Pets With Family In Virginia: Sheriff Maryland Man Accused Of Torching Home, Killing Teacher, Pets With Family In Virginia: Sheriff
Maryland Man Accused Of Torching Home, Killing Teacher, Pets With Family In Virginia: Sheriff Authorities say that a Maryland man and a family member have been arrested and charged in connection to the death of a 29-year-old teacher in Virginia. Leonardtown resident Demitri Raymond Gardiner, 28, and Michael John Gardiner, 35, of Montross, Virginia, are both facing a host of charges in Westmoreland County for their alleged roles in the brutal murder of Taylor Wood, 29, also of Montrose, and several of her pets, the sheriff’s office announced. According to the Westmoreland County Sheriff’s Office, the agency was notified shortly before 12:30 a.m. on Monday, Nov. 28 of a structure fire…
Maryland Man Admits To Destestable 'DMV Board' Dogfighting Conspiracy In Region Maryland Man Admits To Destestable 'DMV Board' Dogfighting Conspiracy In Region
Maryland Man Admits To Destestable 'DMV Board' Dogfighting Conspiracy In Region Authorities announced that a Maryland man who helped run a violent dogfighting ring throughout the region admitted to his role in the conspiracy, which saw members viciously training and killing their animals when they lost. Forestville resident Laron Mecco “Frog” West, 46, pleaded guilty to conspiring to engage in dogfighting with other co-conspirators in Virginia, Washington, DC, and Maryland, federal prosecutors said. According to court documents, between at least May 2015 and August 2020, West and others used a private messaging app they referred to as “The DMV Board” to discuss trainin…
Cruella Deville: Woman Arrested After Chasing Dog, Fatally Running It Over With Vehicle Cruella Deville: Woman Arrested After Chasing Dog, Fatally Running It Over With Vehicle
Cruella Deville: Woman Arrested After Chasing Dog, Fatally Running It Over With Vehicle A small dog is dead after being chased by a woman who then ran it over with a vehicle in Anne Arundel County, authorities say. Police received a call about a suspicious subject in the 500 block of Leelyn Drive around 9:15 a.m., Friday, Oct. 21 after a woman was observed pulling on door handles in the area and chasing a small black and white dog, according to Anne Arundel County police. A witness stopped their vehicle and asked the woman, identified as Theresa Cooper, 41, if she needed help. Cooper handed the witness the dog and then got into the witness's vehicle and attempted to drive off,…
Bestiality Suspect Sentenced For Sexually Abusing Dogs In Maryland: State's Attorney Bestiality Suspect Sentenced For Sexually Abusing Dogs In Maryland: State's Attorney
Bestiality Suspect Sentenced For Sexually Abusing Dogs In Maryland: State's Attorney A Maryland dog owner with a checkered criminal history will spend years behind bars after sexually abusing his animals, the Frederick County State's Attorney's Office announced. Ijamsville resident Jason Paul Havelt, 44, was sentenced by Judge Scott Rolle to 39 years in prison with all but 12 suspended on bestiality charges following an investigation by the Frederick County Sheriff’s Office. Specifically, Havelt pleaded guilty to: Three counts of aggravated animal cruelty; Possession of a shotgun with a prior conviction; Possession of a rifle with a prior conviction. The investigation in…
Dog Left In Hot Vehicle Leads To Animal Cruelty Charge For Maryland Woman: Police Dog Left In Hot Vehicle Leads To Animal Cruelty Charge For Maryland Woman: Police
Dog Left In Hot Vehicle Leads To Animal Cruelty Charge For Maryland Woman: Police A Maryland woman is facing animal cruelty charges after leaving her dog inside a locked vehicle with the windows up during the recent run of hot weather, police in Hagerstown said. Mervet Rinehart, 61, was charged by members of the Hagerstown Police Department after allegedly leaving her dog in a hot vehicle in a shopping center in the 1700 block of Wesel Boulevard for more than an hour, according to authorities. Police said that a Good Samaritan passing by noticed the dog and was able to unlock the door and the animal free by accessing the sunroof of the vehicle. At the time of the incid…
Dog Fighting Operation Unearthed In DC After Officials Seize Illegal Alligator Dog Fighting Operation Unearthed In DC After Officials Seize Illegal Alligator
Dog Fighting Operation Unearthed In DC After Officials Seize Illegal Alligator A Washington, DC man will spend time behind bars after being convicted of animal cruelty for abusing dogs as part of a potential dog fighting operation and possession of an alligator, according to federal officials. Jaquan Jackson, 35, was found guilty of charges stemming from animal abuse in which he failed to provide proper veterinary care for at least two dogs, authorities announced. Specifically, Jackson was found guilty of two counts of animal cruelty following a three-day trial in the Superior Court of the District of Columbia. He was sentenced by a judge to a total of 360 days in j…
Wild Goose Chase: Three Boys At Large After Protected Bird Found Dead In Maryland Wild Goose Chase: Three Boys At Large After Protected Bird Found Dead In Maryland
Wild Goose Chase: Three Boys At Large After Protected Bird Found Dead In Maryland A popular family of geese who call a private lake in Maryland home is down a member after a group of boys allegedly murdered one, according to the Rockville City Police Department. Officials issued an alert - and a $1,000 reward - as they investigate the death of a Canada Goose - which is protected by federal and state laws - who was killed along the bank of Lake New Mark, a private lake in New Mark Commons. Between 8 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. on Sunday, July 24, police said that a Canada goose was killed, and at least three boys between the ages of 12 and 15 were seen in the area of the family o…
Maryland Man Convicted Of Torturing, Neglecting, Abusing Dogs Maryland Man Convicted Of Torturing, Neglecting, Abusing Dogs
Maryland Man Convicted Of Torturing, Neglecting, Abusing Dogs A man who had more than two dozen tortured, malnourished, and injured dogs seized from his Reistertown home has been convicted on animal abuse, animal cruelty, and animal neglect charges, according to the State’s Attorney for Baltimore County. Corey Elvin Hannah, 47, has been convicted of 17 abuse charges for allegedly mistreating the dogs at his Worthington Avenue home, State’s Attorney Scott Shellenberger said, following a trial in the Baltimore County Circuit Court. It took the jury approximately 90 minutes to convict Hannah, according to WBAL. Prosecutors said that an investigation in…
It's Getting Hot In Here: Dog Abandoned In Maryland With No Water, Shelter During Heat Wave: PD It's Getting Hot In Here: Dog Abandoned In Maryland With No Water, Shelter During Heat Wave: PD
It's Getting Hot In Here: Dog Abandoned In Maryland With No Water, Shelter During Heat Wave: PD A woman who intentionally left a dog high and dry - literally - to fend for itself on the side of the road during the recent heatwave in Maryland will face charges for abandoning the pup in Hagerstown, police said. Members of the Hagerstown Police Department received a report of a woman who stopped her car, removed a kennel with a dog inside, and left it on the sidewalk along the 200 block of West Irvin Avenue. She then drove off, leaving the dog behind to fend for itself while temperatures were rising across the region. When officers arrived they said that they could see the dog was in di…
Montgomery County Teen Nabbed For Setting Multiple Fires, Animal Cruelty: Fire Officials Montgomery County Teen Nabbed For Setting Multiple Fires, Animal Cruelty: Fire Officials
Montgomery County Teen Nabbed For Setting Multiple Fires, Animal Cruelty: Fire Officials A juvenile has been arrested for setting multiple fires and mistreating an animal in Montgomery County, according to authorities.  The teenager is accused of intentionally setting the fires, including trash, brush, and a dumpster fire over several hours around Glenmont Circle on Monday, May 9, Montgomery County PIO Pete Piringer said on Twitter. ARREST (juvenile) (5/9-10) multiple outside fires IAO Glenmont Circle, Charges: aggrevated cruelty to animals (felony); abuse or neglect of an animal (misdemeanor); malicious burning, 2nd degree; burning of a trash container; (3 counts) kindling…
Child Injured In Prince George's Drive-By Shooting: VIDEO RELEASED Child Injured In Prince George's Drive-By Shooting: VIDEO RELEASED
Child Injured In Prince George's Drive-By Shooting: Video Released The Prince George's County Police Department has released footage of a recent shooting that injured a 4-year-old child and teenager.  The shooting happened in the 6700 block of Alpine Street in District Heights around 6:20 p.m. on Wednesday, May 4, police said. The video shows two vehicles stopping in the street near a group of people sitting near the road then firing shots.  Detectives release video of brazen shooting in the City of District Heights. More info: https://t.co/cdc9uAe67r pic.twitter.com/HZZS1kuLxP — PGPDNEWS (@PGPDNews) May 6, 2022 The child and teenager were said to ha…
Cat Mauled In Heinous Dog Attack Fighting For His Life, 2 In Custody Cat Mauled In Heinous Dog Attack Fighting For His Life, 2 In Custody
Cat Mauled In Heinous Dog Attack Fighting For His Life, 2 In Custody Two pet owners who provoked a dog attacked on a helpless cat on a Philadelphia porch surrendered to authorities, police said. The 17- and 12-year-old suspects came into the Pennsylvania SPCA with a parent before being charged around noon on Friday, PSCAP officials said. The two dogs involved in the attack were also seized. Meanwhile, Buddy the cat — who suffered life-threatening injuries after being mauled by the canines — remains critically but is slowly getting better. BUDDY UPDATE: Last night, Buddy was sent to an ER vet to be closely monitored. He made it through the night. He cont…
'Good Boy': PA Dog Owners Encourage Intentional Attack On Cat, PSPCA Says 'Good Boy': PA Dog Owners Encourage Intentional Attack On Cat, PSPCA Says
'Good Boy': PA Dog Owners Encourage Intentional Attack On Cat, Pspca Says A family’s cat suffered life-threatening injuries after it was “intentionally attacked,” according to a release by the Pennsylvania Society for the Prevention of Cruelty of Animals. Two people with two dogs approached a cat outside a family’s home on Granite Street in Philadelphia’s Frankford neighborhood on the morning of Tuesday, Mar. 22, PSPCA says. The video shows the two individuals stop walking when they see the cat on the porch— releasing their dogs to attack it. The two people can be heard encouraging the dogs saying, “Good boy, good boy.” ***TRIGGER WARNING, THE FOLLOWING VIDE…