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ALISON AGATHA LAWRENCE accused of drowning her dog in an Orlando airport bathroom after she was told she couldn’t take her dog on flight

- Florida, USA -


The Lake County Sheriff’s Office arrested 57-year-old ALISON AGATHA LAWRENCE (pictured).


LAWRENCE’s arrest is the result of an atrocious act of animal cruelty that led to death of an innocent dog.

On December 16, 2024, officers with the Orlando Police Department were called after a cleaning staff employee at Orlando International Airport discovered a deceased Poodle in a trash can in the women’s restroom.


An investigation connected LAWRENCE to the incident and a warrant was issued for her arrest.


Reportedly, LAWRENCE did not have the correct paperwork to board her dog and instead of reaching out to someone to come and pick up the dog, she drowned the Innocent Soul.


Deputies with the Lake County Sheriff’s Office arrested LAWRENCE at her Clermont home on March 18, 2025. She is facing one felony count of aggravated animal cruelty. LAWRENCE was released after posting a $5,000 bond.


Authorities did not disclose the Voiceless Victim’s name, so I took the liberty of naming him/her Biscuit for the tribute image. Should his/her given name be made public, I will rectify it accordingly.


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LAWRENCE’s mugshot shared from the Lake County Sheriff’s Office




SARAH ANNE SMOLAK arrested – Twenty-seven dogs removed from her home, four of them are in critical condition

- Connecticut, USA -


Following a cruelty to animals investigation, the Winchester Police Department announced the arrest of 28-year-old SARAH ANNE SMOLAK (pictured).


Police said that on the early morning of March 18, 2025, officers went to a residence on 86 Strong Terrace in Winsted and served two arrest warrants for SMOLAK. Police explained the warrants were part of a joint investigation by the Department, the Town of Harwinton Regional Animal Control Department, and the Connecticut Department of Agriculture’s Animal Control Officers.


The investigation further led to the removal of twenty-seven (27) dogs who are being “examined, housed, and cared for locally”, said police.


The investigation into SMOLAK was launched in February 2025, shortly after she moved to Winsted when Winchester Police received a complaint from AMA Animal Rescue, regarding one of its foster dogs, a Pitbull named Marshmallow. AMA is based in Brooklyn, New York.


AMA Animal Rescue told police they entrusted Marshmallow to SMOLAK in December 2024, but Marshmallow had since disappeared and SMOLAK refused to disclose his whereabouts.


SMOLAK is charged with two counts of cruelty to animals. She was released after her arraignment on the condition to not “possess” animals.


According to a warrant for SMOLAK’s arrest, she is accused of failing to get medical treatment for Pancake and Seraphine, two dogs she had been “fostering” for animal rescue groups.


Pancake had a serious gastronomical issue causing her to lose weight but SMOLAK said it was due to her throwing up. SMOLAK took Pancake to a vet and it was determined that Pancake needed surgery. The vet reported that SMOLAK first attempted to leave with Pancake and then left leaving the furvictim behind. The vet alerted the authorities, and Pancake underwent surgery and thankfully recovered.


A second warrant described Seraphine’s condition after staying with SMOLAK for a period of time. According to the warrant, Seraphine suffered from hair loss, had open sores, was limping, and her spine and rib cage were visible.


Marshmallow was not among the twenty-seven dogs removed from SMOLAK's home on Tuesday and is still missing. AMA is offering a $2,500 reward for information on his whereabouts.


In a Facebook post AMA Animal Rescue said:

“AMA Animal Rescue acknowledges the arrest of Sarah Smolak by the Winchester Police Department on charges of animal cruelty and urges law enforcement and the public to remain vigilant in the ongoing search for Marshmallow, a missing dog last known to be in Smolak’s care.

According to the Winchester Police Department’s official press release, Smolak was arrested on two counts of animal cruelty, and twenty-four dogs were seized from her custody. This arrest confirms what we and countless animal advocates have long feared—dogs in Smolak’s care have suffered neglect, abuse, and even disappearance. In recent weeks, pet owners and animal rescues from across the country have come forward with similar horror stories about their animals, and we believe there are many more victims.

While we are relieved that Smolak has finally been held accountable for her actions, Marshmallow is still missing. He was last entrusted to her care, and she has yet to disclose his whereabouts. We urge anyone with information to come forward immediately.”


Winchester Police Chief Christopher Ciuci expressed his gratitude to advocacy groups and area law enforcement partners from as far as Long Island, NY, who provided information and assistance.


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CHRISTOPHER WINCHELL JR wanted by the Palmer Township Police Department for killing his ex-girlfriend’s cat

- Pennsylvania, USA -


The Palmer Township Police Department said that a warrant is out for the arrest of 20-year-old CHRISTOPHER WINCHELL JR. of Elyria, Ohio.

WINCHELL is accused of killing his ex-girlfriend’s cat.


Police said that on March 5, 2025, officers responded to an apartment building in the 500 block of Oakwood Street for a violation of a protection from abuse order.

Upon arrival, officers spoke with the caller, WINCHELL’s ex-girlfriend. The woman told officers that on February 20, 2025, she arrived at the apartment and WINCHELL told her he used a hammer to kill her cat and then disposed of the furvictim’s body in a trash can.


Officers processed the scene and seized the evidence related to the incident.


On March 11, 2025, District Judge Susan Hutnik issued the arrest warrant for WINCHELL who is facing felony aggravated cruelty to animals; misdemeanor cruelty to animals; and misdemeanor possessing an instrument of crime.


If you are aware of WINCHELL’s whereabouts, please call (610) - 759 - 2200 or dial 911 and report his location/physical appearance. Police advise not to approach him.

Investigators say WINCHELL could possibly be traveling back to the Elyria, Ohio area.


I took the liberty of naming the Voiceless Victim Muffin for the tribute image. Should his/her given name be made public, I will rectify it accordingly.


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Voice For Us Disclaimer: This story is sourced from the press release by the Palmer Township Police Department. Please note that details may be removed or new information added should updates become available.

In the case of charges being dropped, dismissed, or the case being purged, this article will be rectified accordingly, if official documentation is provided to Voice For Us.





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