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JENNIFER JEANETTE MEEKS, former Rover sitter, facing charges after a dog in her care had to be treated for puncture wounds and an infection on his neck

Updated: Feb 19

- Florida, USA -


⚠️WARNING⚠️The article contains pictures some of you may find distressing⚠️


39-year-old JENNIFER JEANETTE MEEKS (pictured) is facing charges after a dog in her care had to be treated for puncture wounds and an infection on his neck.


According to the affidavit obtained by Voice For Us, on September 15, 2024, Palm Beach County Animal Care and Control received a complaint of animal cruelty from Brian Millard who had boarded his dog, a 10-year-old Belgium Malinois named Abel, with a sitter from Rover.


Officer Bullock responded to Calusa Veterinary Center where Abel was under sedation. The officer reported that multiple punctures wounds were clearly visible on Abel’s neck. He then spoke with the veterinarian on duty, Dr. Fryer, who explained that the puncture wounds “were consistent with the use of a prong collar.” Dr. Fryer said Abel had a severe infection covering the entire affected area of his neck.

Dr. Fryer estimated, based on the appearance and odor of the wounds, that they had likely occurred more than three days prior.


Officer Bullock called Mr. Millard and they met at the vet's office, where the officer took Mr. Millard's statement.

Mr. Millard explained that his family was in the process of selling their home and they were temporarily staying at an Airbnb. Since dogs were not allowed, they needed to find boarding for their two dogs.

The Millards then reached out to the Rover application and selected MEEKS.


They dropped off the dogs on September 2, 2024, and planned to pick them up on October 11, 2024.

However, on September 15, MEEKS called Mr. Millard and told him that Abel had puncture wounds on his neck. Mr. Millard showed officer Bullock Abel’s prong collar and said that he had told MEEKS it was to be used for walks only and then removed. Mr. Millard also believed that Abel was tethered while still wearing the prong collar and his injuries were the result of Abel trying to break free as he does not like to be tethered.

Mr. Millard then concluded that after MEEKS called him, he immediately went to pick up his dogs and took Abel to the vet.


On September 20, 2024, officer Bullock met with MEEKS at her home on 22226 SW 62nd Avenue in Boca Raton and advised her that there were two complaints against her. One was an anonymous complaint about her abusing dogs.


Officer Bullock then asked MEEKS what happened to Abel.

MEEKS confirmed when Mr. Millard dropped off his dogs and that he told her to not use the prong collar on Abel except for during his walks.

MEEKS told the officer that she did not understand why Mr. Millard did not remove the collar himself and that after two weeks into the job, she noticed Abel’s neck was swollen and there was a bad smell coming from the neck. She added that at no time was Abel tethered.


Officer Bullock informed MEEKS that she would probably receive a visit from the Licensing and Enforcement department because she was boarding without a permit. She blamed Rover for not telling her and officer Bullock rightfully said that it was her responsibility.


Following an investigation, MEEKS was arrested on February 11, 2025, and was charged with one felony count of animal cruelty. She was booked into the Palm Beach County Jail and released after posting a $5,000 bail. Court records show that MEEKS’ arraignment is set to take place on March 20, 2025, at 8:30 a.m.


MEEKS’ Rover account has since been suspended.


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Voice For Us Disclaimer: 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.


MEEKS’ mugshot provided to Voice For Us by the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office






 
 
 

MARLIN RAE ADKINS arrested after dead and emaciated animals were found on a Marion County property

Updated: Feb 19

- Ohio, USA -


The Marion County Sheriff’s Office announced the arrest of 71-year-old MARLIN RAE ADKINS (pictured).


On February 13, 2025, deputies and a Humane Agent with the sheriff's office responded to a property in the 1000 block of Decliff Road North in Montgomery Township, after receiving a report about a horse who was stuck in a pasture fence.


Upon arrival, a deputy found a black and white horse with his/her front legs entangled within the fencing on the north side of the property.


The sheriff's office said the horse was so emaciated that it was evident he/she had been struggling to stand for quite some time.

With the assistance of a neighbor, deputies eventually were able to free the horse and due to obvious injuries, a vet was called in. The poor horse had no strength and could no longer stand. Sadly, he/she was euthanized.


In the meantime, deputies tried to make contact with ADKINS, the property owner, and while on site, they discovered seven deceased horses “with varying degrees of decay”, stated the press release by the sheriff’s office.


Four of the seven horses were found inside a barn among other living horses, while the other three were found in a pasture area behind the barn.


As the deputies continued to investigate, they noticed that the live animals on the property, including horses and goats, had no access to food or water.

Deputies did not find any grain or hay and “all viable water sources were frozen solid.”


Eleven horses and two goats were rescued from the property. According to the press release, they were all severely malnourished and emaciated.


ADKINS was arrested and charged with eighteen (18) counts of cruelty to animals and three (3) counts of failure to register a canine. Marion County Sheriff Matt Bayles said more charges are possible after a veterinarian evaluates the rescued animals who were taken in by the Diamond M Veterinary Clinic and the Wyandot County Humane Society.


I reached out to Mr. David Balz, Director of Wyandot County Humane Society, to inquire about the rescued Voiceless Victims.

He tells me that none of them were euthanized and that all the horses and the goats are doing well. Mr. Balz explained: “All animals were examined by our 2 staff veterinarians and found to be in various poor body scores. (1-3)They did have fairly good winter coats, but all are heavily parasitized. They are all undergoing parasite treatment, will have their teeth checked and floated this week. Vaccines will be given while under anesthesia for dentals. Farrier is scheduled the following week.”


To my question regarding the cause of death of the horses, Mr. Balz answered: “My understanding is they all were dead of starvation or were in such a state of advanced decomposition that it could not be determined.”


I requested additional information about the horse who was euthanized, including name, and sex however these details were not known.


Mr. Balz also said that he will send me pictures of the rescued Voiceless Victims and added that “…around 20 years ago we seized many assorted animals from this same perpetrator at the same location.”


Sheriff Bayles said: “The conditions that these poor animals were living in was deplorable. We will always work tirelessly to protect those who cannot protect themselves and bring those to justice that choose to treat other living creatures with such incredible disregard for their welfare.”


Law enforcement agencies may work tirelessly to protect those who cannot protect themselves, but lawmakers and judges remain the stumbling block! ADKINS is out free when his old cruel behind should have been kept in a cell with no food or water!


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Voice For Us Disclaimer: This story is sourced from the press release by the Marion County Sheriff’s Office. 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.


ADKINS’ mugshot provided to Voice For Us by the Multi-County Correctional Center





 
 
 

ERIK VONDALE MCCLINTON JR arrested after viral video showed a dog in distress on the back of a speeding trailer

- Indiana, USA -


On February 11, 2025, the Indiana State Police were alerted to a Facebook post about an SUV traveling eastbound on I-80/94 from the Illinois state line that was pulling an open utility trailer with a cage and a dog inside who appeared to be in distress.


Police said that the cage was not strapped down and the vehicle was traveling at 70 to 80 miles per hour. According to police, the outside temperature at the time was approximately 26 degrees with windchills below that temperature.


Thankfully, a good Samaritan noticed the vehicle and being concerned about the dog’s condition, he called 911.


After a local reporter sent the Facebook post to the Indiana State Police Lowell Post, the post was forwarded to the Criminal Investigations Division and a detective immediately launched an investigation in an effort to locate the dog and the owner of the vehicle.


The detective found the dog, named Midnight, at a residence in Gary.


According to the press release by the Indiana State Police, Midnight “appeared to have been abandoned near a residence where the owner of the suspect vehicle had previously resided.”


An ISP K9 handler who was off duty was luckily in the area and he was able to gain Midnight’s trust resulting in her successful rescue.


Later that evening, the owner of the vehicle was identified as 37-year-old ERIK VONDALE MCCLINTON JR (pictured) and was interviewed by detectives.


On February 12, 2025, animal cruelty charges against MCCLINTON were then submitted to the Lake County Prosecutor's Office for review.


After being rescued, Midnight was first taken to the Hobart Humane Society and then moved to the Gary Animal Control Facility. Midnight is currently receiving much needed care in a foster home.


After the Prosecutor’s Office approved the charges against MCCLINTON, a warrant was issued for his arrest and on February 13, 2025, MCCLINTON was taken into custody.


Reportedly, MCCLINTON told investigators that he put Midnight at the back because he had puppies inside the vehicle and added that he had put a blanket on the cage but the wind must have blown it away.


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Voice For Us Disclaimer: This story is sourced from the press release by the Indiana State Police. 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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