JAMIE LEE GREER, JHAMUAL MALIK GREER, and KHALIL KHASSON IBN-THORPE arrested in connection with dogfighting ring

- South Carolina, USA -

In connection with a multi-location dogfighting ring, the Greenville County Sheriff’s Office announced the arrest of three scum that need to get a JOB and make an honest living, instead of making money at the expense of innocent animals!!!

In a press release, the sheriff’s office reported that on June 12, 2025, Animal Control responded to a complaint about barking dogs and concerns regarding their welfare.

Given the gravity of the situation, investigators with the sheriff's office worked closely with Animal Control and their joint investigation uncovered the mistreatment of “a large number of dogs from 705 Holland Road in Simpsonville, 131 White Circle, and 52 Gantt Drive, all in Greenville”, stated the release.

Officials removed thirty-five dogs and six puppies.

The sheriff’s office arrested 45-year-old JAMIE LEE GREER, his son, 25-year-old JHAMUAL MALIK GREER, and their friend, 56-year-old KHALIL KHASSON IBN-THORPE (all pictured).

The father and son were each charged with:

17 counts of Ill Treatment of Animals

17 counts of Animal Fighting

1 count of Criminal Conspiracy

Bond for the father was set at $3,000 on each charge while $2,000 bond on each charge was set for the son.

Their friend was charged with:

18 counts of Ill Treatment of Animals

7 counts of Animal Fighting

His bond was set at $1,500 on each charge.

At the time of writing, records show all three are no longer in custody.

Greenville County Sheriff Hobart Lewis said in a written statement: “This case is a heartbreaking example of the cruelty and exploitation animals endure at the hands of individuals involved in dog fighting. I’m proud of our Animal Cruelty Unit for their diligent work in holding these individuals accountable and for ensuring these animals are no longer subjected to abuse.”

If you have information related to this case, please contact Crime Stoppers of Greenville. Thank you!

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