JORGE AYALA wanted by Turlock Police as suspect in a dogfighting case where 73 dogs were rescued

- California, USA -

~ Update: April 6, 2024

I have heard back from the Turlock Police Department and I was told that “ There were no deceased animals found at the residence at the time of the search warrant. There was one emaciated puppy that has unfortunately passed away since being taken to Animal Services. None of the rescued dogs have been euthanized.”

I took the liberty of naming the deceased puppy Blossom for the tribute image.

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The Turlock Police Department needs the public’s assistance to locate 46-years-old JORGE AYALA (pictured).

Police said in a media release that AYALA is the suspect of an investigation that led to the rescue of seventy-three (73) INNOCENT dogs, all Pitbull mixes.

The investigation began in early March 2024, after Turlock Animal Services became suspicious of three homes in the 400 block of S. First Street in Turlock when officers saw ten dogs tethered outside. (In the state of California, it is illegal to tie your dog to any stationary object for more than a 3-hour period within 24 hours.)

After further investigation and surveillance of the homes, on March 28, 2024, a search warrant was served at the three residences “for an alleged animal cruelty investigation and possible dogfighting”, stated the release.

Along with patrol and Animal Services, Turlock Police Department Detectives and the Special Investigations Unit (S.I.U.) found and rescued a total of seventy-three (73) dogs from the three properties. Police said the living conditions the Voiceless Victims were living in were “deplorable and inhumane.” Some of the dogs were pregnant and close to giving birth.

The innocent souls were stuffed in small crates that could only house one small dog and did not have any access to water or food. Each crate was stacked on top of each other.

All of the furvictims were seized as evidence and taken to the shelter where they have been evaluated by a veterinarian and treated for any injuries or diseases.

Police said that due to the high number of dogs at the shelter and limited space, Turlock Police Animal Services will not be accepting owner surrenders until further notice. Additionally, Animal Services are asking for the community’s assistance in adopting ten dogs who are not part of the investigation. All fees will be waived. 

As for AYALA, police said his whereabouts are currently unknown. Anyone with information is asked to call Detective Ulrich at (209) - 668 - 6570 or the Turlock Police Department’s Tip Line at (209) - 668 - 5550 extension 6780.  Alternatively, you can email your tip. Thank you!

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MATTHEW WAYNE KEEL wanted for animal cruelty - Dogs found dead in the freezer

- Florida, USA -

~ Update: April 3, 2024

Justin McClure, the lead Animal Compliance Investigator on the case, kindly responded to my email and provided me with some updates.

Mr. McClure tells me that all the dogs who were removed from KEEL’s residence were taken to Marion County Animal Services where they were evaluated and treated by their medical team.

The body of the deceased dog who was found inside the residence was sent to the University of Florida for a necropsy and results showed the furvictim “was also suffering from neglect.”

Mr. McClure also said that “Subsequent to the confiscation of these dogs, Marion County presented their case to the Honorable Judge Leann Mackey Barnes where custody of all the dogs was remanded to the county, and Keel was enjoined from owning any animals of any kind per Florida Statute 828.073.”

In the email, Mr. McClure also provided an important piece of information of which I was not aware. KEEL “is listed on Marion County’s searchable civil enjoinment database” meaning that “Anyone with internet access can compare potential animal owners with potential animal abusers. Keeping this list up to date is just one more step our organization can take to ensure those convicted in civil courts do not take ownership of another animal.”

Since Animal Services were awarded custody of the fifty-three Voiceless Victims, twenty-three of them “have found placement through multiple rescue partners who stepped up and transferred them from our facility.” Furthermore,  Animal Services have been able to find new homes via adoption for an additional nineteen dogs with the county citizens. There are now eleven dogs remaining who are available for adoption or transfer to a rescue partner.

Last, but not least, Ms. Stacie Causey, the Marion County Public Relations Manager, kindly provided me with some pictures which I have added to the gallery below.

Ms. Causey tells me that “Shelters in nearly every community are experiencing the critical capacity levels we are facing” and that they have animals in their care who have been there for more than a year.

Please, allow me to stress the importance of adopting, donating, fostering, or volunteering.

Also, allow me to suggest visiting Marion County Animal Services’ website to see how you can get involved.  

If you wish, and can afford to contribute to helping Animal Services, you can visit MCAS General Wish List. Thank you!

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The Marion County Sheriff’s Office is reaching out to the community in hopes of finding 55-years-old MATTHEW WAYNE KEEL (pictured).

The sheriff’s office said KEEL is wanted on a felony warrant for twenty-three counts of aggravated animal cruelty and nineteen counts of animal cruelty.

On February 1, 2024, deputies responded to a property in the 5700 block of NW 6th Street at the request of Marion County Animal Control.

Officials found what the sheriff’s office described as “a disturbing scene.”

Fifty-three dogs were found living in “deplorable conditions” and in “dire need of medical attention.”

Sadly, officers also found one dead dog and many other dead dogs were discovered in the freezer.

Detective Burgess was able to obtain a warrant for KEEL’s arrest but authorities have not been able to locate him and believe he may have left Florida.

As stated in the press release by the sheriff’s office, “These innocent animals deserve justice”, KEEL “needs to be held accountable for his actions”, and if you have any information on his whereabouts, “it's time to speak up and turn him in!”

Please, submit your tips by contacting the Marion County Sheriff’s Office at (352) - 732 - 9111.

Alternatively, you can submit your tips anonymously to Crime Stoppers of Marion County at 352 - 368 - STOP, referencing 24-12. Thank you!

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KEEL’s photo shared from the Marion County Sheriff's Office.

Pictures of the Voiceless Victims were provided to Voice For Us by the Marion County Public Relations Manager. 

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NASTACHA EDDRICKA MOORE wanted by the Hopkinsville Police Department

- Kentucky, USA -

The Hopkinsville Police Department is reaching out to the public for assistance in hope of finding NASTACHA EDDRICKA MOORE (pictured).

In a media release, police said that MOORE has six active warrants and one is for Torture of a Dog/Cat With Serious Physical Injury or Death and Cruelty to Animals-2nd Degree.

The release goes on to say that another warrant is for Failure to Pay Child Support, three others are for Failure to Appear with underlying charges of Driving on DUI Suspended License-1st Offense, Driving DUI Suspended License-1st Offense with Aggravating Circumstances and Failure of Owner to Maintain Required Insurance/Security-1st.

Police also said that MOORE’s last warrant is for Probation Violation for Felony Offenses.

If you know MOORE’s whereabouts, please call the Hopkinsville-Christian County Crime Stoppers on (270) - 887 - TIPS(8477). Thank you!

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