- North Carolina, USA -
~ Update: July 24, 2023
I heard back from the Randolph County Sheriff’s Office.
I was told that a total of six dogs were located on the property. Sadly, one of them was found deceased. None of the Voiceless Victims had food or water. Officials removed the live five dogs. When MCKENZIE arrived, he had two dogs with him and they were also removed.
To my inquiry about the furvictims’ name, age, breed, and gender, I was told “unknown.”
My request to share the furvictims’ pictures was declined as this time as this is an active case.
~ Original Story:
The Randolph County Sheriff’s Office announced the arrest of 28-years-old KEONTAI JAVON MCKENZIE (pictured).
According to a press release by the sheriff’s office, along with Randolph County Animal Services deputies responded to a property on Little Beane Store Road in Seagrove on June 5, 2023, after receiving a report of animal cruelty incident.
Randolph County Crime Scene Investigation and Criminal Investigations also responded to the scene “to collect evidence.” An investigation led to MCKENZIE as the suspect and charges were subsequently sought against him for felony kill animal by starvation and five counts of misdemeanor cruelty to animals.
Additionally, the investigation led Randolph County Animal Services to remove “the dogs on the property.”
The sheriff’s office said the magistrate found probable cause and issued an arrest warrant for MCKENZIE who was located and placed under arrest on July 20, 2023.
MCKENZIE was transported to the Randolph County Detention Center where he was served his outstanding warrants. Online records show MCKENZIE was released after posting a $5,000 secured bond.
According to the press release, MCKENZIE’s first court appearance was scheduled for July 21, 2023, in Randolph County District Court. Court records show his next court appearance is set for September 13, 2023.
The sheriff’s office has not disclosed any information about dogs.
It’s unknown how many dogs were found, how many were removed, in which condition they were found, and whether any dogs were found deceased. I have emailed Sheriff Gregory J. Seabolt and requested all this information. If I get a response, I will post an update.
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Details may be removed or additional information may be provided in future should such sources report an update.
MCKENZIE’s mugshot shared from the Randolph County Sheriff’s Office.
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