Pets Endangered: 100 Tacks Found Scattered in Hudson Valley Dog-Walking Area

A troubling discovery in the Hudson Valley has sparked an investigation after nearly 100 metal thumbtacks were found scattered in a grassy area commonly used for dog walking, authorities said.

The SPCA released images of the thumbtacks found on the ground in the dog-walking area.
Photo Credit: *Putnam County SPCA*

Ben Crnic

12/05/2024 11:30 a.m.

The incident occurred at Twin Brook Manor in the Putnam County town of Southeast, according to the Putnam County SPCA, which received a report from a resident on Tuesday, Dec. 3.

The resident, who frequently walks their dog in the area behind the 200 block of houses, noticed dozens of metal tacks scattered across the grass and notified the SPCA.

Upon further investigation, SPCA officials uncovered an additional 43 tacks, bringing the total to nearly 100. Authorities say the deliberate scattering of items capable of harming animals is a crime under New York State law.

Anyone with information about the incident is urged to come forward. Tipsters can contact the organization at 845-520-6915, and calls can remain anonymous.

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