After hearing back from the Davidson County Sheriff's Office, this is what I learned: “…we are investigating both incidents at this time. We know that the cow incident is an intentional matter and is being investigated as such. The horse matter, we don’t know what caused this. The horse is still living, but the cow is not. We are doing our best to investigate to find the suspect(s) in the intentional shooting of this poor animal. I don’t think we know what happened to the horse. At this time we aren’t releasing any information on the victim in this matter.”
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The Davidson County Sheriff’s Office is reaching out to the public for information that can lead to the criminal conviction of the person(s) responsible for shooting a cow and a horse.
In a media release, the sheriff’s office said that on November 5-6, 2023, deputies launched an animal cruelty investigation after a horse was found shot in the face, specifically in the nasal cavity, in the area of Wildlife Road in Lexington.
A week later, deputies launched a second investigation after on November 12, 2023, a cow had been shot twice in the shoulder area in the Turner Road area in Lexington.
Evidence gathered during the investigations, including veterinary documentation and interviews, indicated that the Voiceless Victims had possibly been shot with Black Powder Shot. The good news is that the innocent souls survived the shootings and are currently going through medical treatment.
As stated in the release, “there are no documented suspects or witnesses at this time” and the victims cannot tell us who is the evil individual who did this.
So, they rely on us to speak up, give them justice, and punish the monster(s).
If you have any information about this case, please, come forward and contact Deputy C. Soles at the Davidson County Sheriff’s Office Animal Control Division at (336) - 242 - 2105. Thank you!
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On Tuesday, June 27, 2023, Clinton County Court of Common Pleas Judge Michael F. Salisbury sentenced 34-years-old JAMES ROBERT STANDRIDGE (pictured) to the statutory maximum of fourteen (14) years for two counts of Aggravated Cruelty to Animals.
Additionally, Judge Salisbury imposed an aggravated minimum sentence on both counts, meaning that STANDRIDGE won’t be eligible for parole until he serves thirty (30) months in state prison.
In January 2023, STANDRIDGE tied his dog Luna to a tree, shot her multiple times, and left her to die.
Clinton County District Attorney Dave Strouse said that before Judge Salisbury handed down the sentence, he told STANDRIDGE: “In 10 years as judge, I have never sentenced a defendant in the aggravated range (of the PA Sentencing Guidelines), but that will change today. You didn’t show ‘Lucky’ any mercy, and likewise, this Court will not show you mercy now.”
On Tuesday, May 2, 2023, JAMES ROBERT STANDRIDGE (pictured) appeared before Judge Michael F. Salisbury in the Clinton County Court of Common Pleas. STANDRIDGE entered guilty pleas to one count of Aggravated Cruelty to Animals by Torture, and one count of Aggravated Cruelty to Animals by Inflicting Serious Bodily Injury or Death, both felonies.
Crime Watch reports that Judge Salisbury asked STANDRIDGE to recount the facts that ultimately led to his criminal charges. STANDRIDGE told the Court that he had tied a dog named Luna to a tree and shot her two times. STANDRIDGE went on to say that he believed Luna was dead and left quickly because he saw a car coming. STANDRIDGE claimed Luna had attacked his older dog in his home in front of his children so he decided to shoot her.
At the pleas hearing, Clinton County District Attorney Dave Strouse “informed the Court that the Commonwealth would be seeking restitution for vet bills and other services provided by the Clinton County SPCA for Luna”, stated the press release by Crime Watch.
STANDRIDGE balked at the request for restitution, claiming that the SPCA had raised “more than $10,000” in fundraising following the news about Luna posted on social media. Judge Salisbury advised STANDRIDGE that he could dispute the restitution amount at his sentencing, and the Court would decide that issue at a later date.
Judge Salisbury ordered a pre-sentence investigation and social history report to be completed by the Clinton County Adult Probation Department prior to sentencing which was scheduled for June 2023. That report is expected to provide more information about STANDRIDGE and the circumstances of the crimes.
When Luna was placed in the care of the Clinton County S.P.C.A., staff aptly renamed her Lucky.
A few hours ago through a Facebook post, the Clinton County S.P.C.A announced that this sweet furbaby has just been adopted and her new family has renamed her Bunni.
Part of the post read: “The once 4 legged helpless girl who was tied to a tree in a wooded area with her own leash. Shot at 3 times, with two bullets striking her and one still remaining in her. She freed her own self from her collar, made it about 35 feet, and nestled down, where she laid for 6 days, in freezing temperatures, snow storms, no one seeing her until someone did and made the call to us, is NOW A VIBRANT 3 legged incredible dog. Still so forgiving of humans who once failed her! Taught so much love and patience during all of this process, FINALLY FINALLY has a home to call HERS! She has an incredible couple who I just know is going to spoil and love her endlessly! She deserves just that.”
The Pine Creek Township Police Department made an arrest in the case of a dog found shot in Clinton County.
Police recounted the heartbreaking facts in a news release and said that on January 27, 2023, Clinton County S.P.C.A. received a call from a motorist who was “traveling on Pine Mountain Road in the 1700 block, when the driver noticed a dog lying under some laurel bushes by the road in the area of a pull off.”
Officials with the Clinton County S.P.C.A. responded to the scene and found a brindle-colored female Pitbull terrier who was injured with visible open wounds. At first, officials thought the dog had been hit by a car but the findings on the scene revealed a different scenario.
S.P.C.A. agents in fact, found a pink dog leash tied to a tree close to where the dog was laying. A further inspection of the area made it apparent the dog had been tied to the leash and eventually got out of it. Additionally, officials found three bullet casings.
The VOICELESS VICTIM was taken to RoseBird Veterinary Center in Jersey Shore where X-rays revealed the presence of two bullets lodged in the body of the dog. Only one of the two bullets could be removed. The furbaby suffered “a shattered humerus bone and has undergone surgery and continues to be hospitalized,” stated the release.
On January 31, 2023, the Shelter Manager of the Clinton County SPCA contacted the Pine Creek Township Police Department and informed them of the situation.
Once the S.P.C.A. posted pictures of the dog asking the community if someone knew who her guardian was, calls started coming in with that information.
This was then passed on to the Pine Creek Township Police Department and officers made contact with 34-years-old JAMES ROBERT STANDRIDGE (pictured), of Jersey Shore. STANDRIDGE was asked to go to the station for an interview during which he admitted that the dog, named Luna, was his.
According to the release, STANDRIDGE stated that on January 21, 2023, he took Luna to the location where she was found, tied her to the tree, and fired three shots at her. STANDRIDGE added he thought Luna was dead.
STANDRIDGE was arrested on February 2, 2023, on two counts of aggravated cruelty to animals (Felony 3), one count of cruelty to animals (Misdemeanor 2), and three counts of neglect of an animal (Misdemeanor 3).
On the same day, this lowlife was arraigned by Magisterial District Judge Keith G. Kibler and bail was set at $50,000.
Meanwhile, Luna, now aptly renamed Lucky, is in the amazing care of the Clinton County S.P.C.A. and the nonprofit posted an update on her condition.
Part of their Facebook post reads: “Her humerus is shattered. Her foot covered in maggots at the entry wound of one shot. It’s heart wrenching to even type it. She will [undergo] a repair of the shattered bones by pinning them, to try to prevent amputation when she is healthy enough to do so. She will face an extensive amount of recovery and therapy. She is the most gentle, sweetest dog.”
As you can imagine, Lucky’s medical care won’t be cheap and the Clinton County S.P.C.A. needs help. Please, click here if you wish and can afford to contribute. Thank you!
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The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office announced the arrest of 65-years-old OSVALDO ALOMA GARRIDO (pictured), an Alonso High School janitor, for shooting at cats.
The sheriff’s office said that on the evening of November 12, 2022, deputies responded to a home in the 9700 block of Elm Way in the Three Lakes Mobile Home Park, in reference to a neighbor's call reporting they heard shots and saw GARRIDO carrying a pellet rifle in front of his home.
According to a news release, one witness told deputies that he retrieved GARRIDO’s rifle and stored it inside his home without any resistance from GARRIDO. At the time, deputies determined no crime was committed and did not find any animals suffering from a shooting, nor did any witnesses see GARRIDO firing shots at animals.
More than a week later, however, detectives interviewed a witness in the same area who stated that a cat was found with several pellet shot wounds in his/her body several weeks before that date. As part of the investigation, detectives obtained records from a local veterinarian who confirmed the cat sustained multiple injuries from a pellet gun.
When deputies interviewed GARRIDO on November 22, 2022, he admitted to shooting at multiple cats in the area.
On November 30, 2022, deputies executed a warrant and GARRIDO was placed under arrest on one charge of aggravated cruelty to animals with a weapon.
FOX 13 reports that resident Kathryn Barnes and her boyfriend look after the homeless cats in Three Lakes Mobile Home Park and said that over the last year and a half, seven cats have been shot and three have died. One of the surviving cats, Buddy, has a broken front leg and might have one of his back legs amputated after being shot either on November 5, or November 6.
Before GARRIDO’s arrest, Kathryn told FOX 13: “I am angry, I am upset and I don’t understand how people can do this.”
Residents at Three Lakes Mobile Home Park said there may be several hundred feral cats living in the community and for many of them, it's the only home they've ever known.
Ms. Jennifer Tate, a volunteer with St. Francis Society, told FOX 13: “These poor cats. They didn't ask to be born. They are just living their life. Somebody is taking pleasure out of torturing them.” Volunteers with the rescue said they were organizing fundraisers and vet visits for the wounded cats.
Hillsborough County Schools said GARRIDO is facing termination based on his felony charge. “He has worked for the district since 2017 and had not experienced disciplinary action prior to the arrest, according to the district,” reports WFLA. The news agency further reports that Hillsborough County Jail records show GARRIDO is from Cuba and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has been notified of his arrest.
GARRIDO was booked at the Orient Road Jail under a $7,500 bond.
Hillsborough County Sheriff Chad Chronister said: “I will not tolerate any act of animal cruelty in our county. The suspect had no regard for the animals he injured and admitted to firing shots on various occasions. It's disheartening to know that there are individuals who intentionally harm animals. We will not condone violence against any animal and we will continue to make sure that individuals who commit these crimes are held accountable.”
This investigation is active.
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