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WAYNE MCCAMEY PREVATT arrested after horses were found neglected resulting in one being euthanized

Updated: Aug 1, 2023

- Florida, USA -


The Volusia County Sheriff’s Office arrested 65-years-old WAYNE MCCAMEY PREVATT (pictured) after four horses were found neglected and malnourished causing one of them to be euthanized.


In a press release, the sheriff’s office said that on July 8, 2023, deputies responded to a property on 2520 Duncan Road in Seville where they saw “two mares in a temporary enclosure bare of grass”. According to the release, the mares “were extremely emaciated and lethargic” and their bones were visible beneath their skin. One of the two mares “had dug a hole and was lying on the ground.” The sheriff’s office described the mares as a tan Palomino, and a brown and white paint.


Two other horses who were in a separate pasture were found to be slightly underweight. “All four suffered from malnutrition and lack of medical care, including eye, dental and hoof care”, said the sheriff’s office.


The horses were removed with PREVATT’s permission and rushed to be cared for by veterinarian Dr. Cindy Merrick.


The sheriff’s office said that PREVATT told deputies “he had fallen on hard times and was unable to care for the horses.” However, as rightfully pointed out in the press release, “the horses’ condition has likely been deteriorating over several months or years.”


The Voiceless Victims have been receiving around-the-clock veterinary care at an undisclosed facility in New Smyrna Beach. Both mares were found to be in pain with severely overgrown hooves, dehydration, and infections.


According to the press release, “On July 22, the vet reported that the condition of the horse known as H2 had worsened, with infections in her right front hoof and other nonrecoverable injuries and she was euthanized. The first mare, H1, remains in critical condition but her condition is improving daily.”


On the afternoon of July 26, 2023, deputies arrested PREVATT on four counts of unlawful confinement/abandoning animals, two counts of felony cruelty to animals, and two counts of cruelty to animals.

PREVATT was transported to the Branch Jail and was released a few hours later after posting a $6,500 bail. Court records show that PREVATT is scheduled to be arraigned on August 17, 2023, at 1:30 p.m.


As I was watching the video of the horses being rescued, I noticed a black dog. I emailed the Volusia County Sheriff’s Office to inquire about other possible animals present on the property and whether they were removed as well. The person who responded to my email said: “I don’t have any information about a dog.”


The sheriff’s office referred to the mare who had to be euthanized as H2. I took the liberty of naming the Voiceless Victim Azalea for the tribute image. Should her given name be made public, I will rectify it accordingly.


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Details may be removed or additional information may be provided in future should such sources report an update.



PREVATT’s mugshot shared from the Volusia County Jail.


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SHELDON KEITH HAYWARD arrested for shooting his neighbor’s dogs - One died one is seriously injured

Updated: Jul 27, 2023

- Florida, USA -


~ Update: July 27, 2023


Miller’s mom, Kacy Carnicelli, kindly provided me with Miller’s pictures which have been added to the gallery below.

Kacy tells me that Miller is back home and is recovering well.

Kacy explained that Miller “had 2 bullet wounds to his left shoulder with multiple fragments throughout his shoulder and soft tissue. Small fragments in his lung field. He had [pneumothorax] and lung contusions from the bullet wound. He is very sore. But such a loving soul. He is determined to get through this.”



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The Lake County Sheriff’s Office arrested 65-years-old SHELDON KEITH HAYWARD (pictured) after he admitted to shooting at his neighbor’s two dogs killing one of them.


According to the affidavit obtained by Voice For Us, on Saturday, July 22, 2023, shortly before 9:00 p.m. deputies were dispatched to Holopaw Trail in Sorrento after one of HAYWARD’s neighbors had reported that HAYWARD had shot her dogs, Mary and Miller, causing the death of one of them.


The lady explained to deputies that she had let Mary and Miller out in her backyard and that she did not realize the gate was open. She went on to say that when her daughter went to look for the dogs, who apparently escaped through the gate, she found Mary about five feet from the road lifeless. Mary had a gunshot wound to her head. Miller, a service dog, was also found near the road after being shot.


The lady and her husband went to recover Miller’s body and according to the affidavit, HAYWARD pointed a gun at them. The husband then took Miller to an animal hospital.


When responding deputies went over to HAYWARD’s home, as they walked up to his driveway, they saw a pool of blood “within seven steps from the road.” Then, one of the deputies walked to the gate and HAYWARD stepped out of the home. He claimed that “a group of dogs came over and were aggressive.” HAYWARD told the deputy that one of the dogs jumped on his fence but “did not [growl] or bark at him.” HAYWARD went on to say that he tried to scare the dogs with a shovel but they did not leave. HAYWARD then took his newly purchased rifle and shot at the dogs from his porch approximately five times.


One of the deputies wrote in his report: “I believe the defendant was not in imminent danger and it was not necessary to repeatedly shoot the animals causing unnecessary pain to one and death to the other.”


HAYWARD was arrested for two counts of animal cruelty and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon. He was transported to Lake County Jail and records show he is being held on $150,000 bond.


According to court records, HAYWARD’s arraignment is set for August 14, 2023, at 8:30 a.m.


A GoFundMe has been set up to raise money to help toward Miller’s medical care.


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HAYWARD’s mugshot shared from the Lake County Jail.


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KEITH EVANCIK LAHEY arrested – In 2020, his dog had to be euthanized due to “extreme neglect”

Updated: Jul 17, 2023

- Florida, USA -


The Collier County Sheriff’s Office arrested 36-years-old KEITH EVANCIK LAHEY (pictured) on Thursday, July 13, 2023, but the case connected to this arrest dates back to November 2020.


In a news release, the sheriff’s office said that on November 19, 2020, deputies were dispatched to LAHEY’s home to investigate a report of animal abuse. At the time of the incident LAHEY was living in Naples Park.


LAHEY led deputies to his garage where they found a small dog in a cage under a boat.

The Voiceless Victim was a 17-year-old Shih Tzu named Duncan.


According to the release, Duncan appeared to be in distress. He “was covered in dirt, feces and urine”, and his “fur was matted.”

Duncan had difficulty breathing, a bone was showing in one of his front legs and he was unable to walk due to damage to his front paws.


Collier County Domestic Animal Services were called in and the responding officer confirmed Duncan appeared neglected, malnourished, underweight, and his skin was decaying due to a lack of care.


The sheriff’s office said LAHEY told deputies Duncan lived in the cage in the garage, and “seemed unconcerned about the dog’s condition which he attributed to old age.”


That same day, Duncan was examined by a veterinarian who reported that Duncan was emaciated, weighing only 5 pounds. Duncan was covered in open sores and ulcers and suffered from possible blood poisoning. Furthermore, the vet’s assessment determined that Duncan was neglected “to the extreme.”

Sadly, Duncan was euthanized per the vet’s recommendation due to his “severe condition.”


The sheriff’s office submitted to the State Attorney’s Office an arrest warrant for LAHEY charging him with one felony count of aggravated animal cruelty.

The warrant was approved and LAHEY was placed under arrest after being located on Thursday. Online arrest records show that LAHEY was released the following day after posting bond!


In the press release it’s not explained why LAHEY was only recently arrested if the incident happened in 2020. I have emailed Collier County Sheriff Kevin J. Rambosk to inquire about that and if he responds, I will post an update.


Court records show that LAHEY, now of 3611 8th Avenue S.E., Naples, is scheduled to appear in court on August 7, 2023.


Sheriff Rambosk said in a statement: “Animal cruelty can never be justified. In Collier County, if you abuse an animal you are absolutely going to jail.”


I regularly come across countless sheriffs, police chiefs, and prosecutors who firmly state that in their county animal cruelty will not be tolerated!

However, what I continue to see is animal cruelty cases that go to court where more often than not, there is a “tolerant” judge!

LAHEY deserves to be locked in a tiny cage and kept under a boat without food or water until his useless life expires!


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Details may be removed or additional information may be provided in future should such sources report an update.



LAHEY’s mugshot shared from the Collier County Sheriff’s Office.


Duncan’s photo provided to Voice For Us by Collier County Domestic Animal Services.


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