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Many dead animals found on an Erie County farm and more than two hundred live ones removed

Updated: Feb 18, 2023

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~ Update: February 18, 2023


On Friday, February 10, 2023, GREGORY SCOTT HAVICAN (pictured), appeared before Magisterial District Judge Brian McGowan for a preliminary hearing in which 27 of the 163 charges were dismissed.


HAVICAN was held for court on:


65 summary counts of neglect of animal shelter/protection.

63 felony counts of aggravated cruelty to animals causing serious bodily injury or death; 15 other counts were dismissed.

8 misdemeanor counts of neglect of animal veterinary care; 11 other counts were dismissed.

1 felony count of aggravated cruelty to animals torture was dismissed.


No new court date has been set at this time.





~ Update: November 29, 2022


Erie News Now reports that in connection with this case, Pennsylvania State Police have arrested 49-years-old GREGORY SCOTT HAVICAN, owner of Liz and George Farm.


HAVICAN, of Erie, is being charged with the following:


78 Felony Counts of Aggravated Cruelty to Animals causing serious Bodily Injury or Death.

65 Summary Counts of Neglect of Animals for Shelter/Protection.

19 Misdemeanor Counts of Misdemeanor Neglect of Animals for Veterinary Car.

1 Felony Count of Aggravated Cruelty to Animals Torture.


HAVICAN’s preliminary hearing is set to take place on December 7, 2022, 10:45 a.m.

His bail is currently set at $150,000.





~ Original story:


On Saturday, October 8, 2022, Troopers with the Pennsylvania State Police began investigating animal cruelty allegations after receiving video showing the living conditions of numerous animals at Liz and George Farm on 7671 Edinboro Road in Summit Township.


While walking through the property, police found a burn pile with the remains of numerous dead animals.


Troopers then obtained a search warrant and went back to the farm to remove more than two hundred animals, including cats, chickens, dogs, ducks, geese, pigeons, and pigs.


The ANNA Shelter, who assisted police, wrote in a Facebook post that they seized two hundred and twenty-three animals and specified that among them were fifty-seven dogs, most of them puppies. The nonprofit said: “ALL OF THE ANIMALS are now safe with us and are receiving the necessary medical care under by our wonderful veterinarians.”


Ms. Ruth Thompson, founder and director of ANNA Shelter, told WJET/WFXP/YourErie.com: “It’s been in the works for a long time. We’ve had numerous complaints about this place, but never had the actual evidence that we got on Saturday afternoon. So that was really the catalyst, that was what we needed to get definitive proof that this was going on there.”


State Police have not filed any charges at this time. The investigation is open and ongoing.


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



Pictures shared from ANNA Shelter.



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Investigation underway in Susquehanna County after dogs were found in horrendous conditions

- Pennsylvania, USA -


Lackawanna County Humane Officer Marci Zeiler received a call requesting assistance from the Susquehanna County dog warden regarding animals in bad condition on a property near Montrose.


Officer Zeiler told WNEP that she was not expecting to find dogs in a dreadful state. She said there were two dogs and one of them was taken to the Griffin Pond Animal Shelter.


The furbaby taken to the Griffin Pond Animal Shelter is a female great Pyrenees mix about 1 year old and staff named her Libby.

Officer Zeiler explained that the weight of Libby’s breed is estimated to be about 85 to 110 pounds and when she was brought in, she weighed in at just under 29 pounds.

Her weight was not the only issue.

As Officer Zeiler told WNEP: “There was like mold and skin infection growing underneath her coat, so once we shaved her down, we got the condition a little bit easier to see.”

She then added: “It's one of the worst emaciation cases that I've seen in quite some time. It is horrific, and the dog couldn't be sweeter. She was friendly. She allowed all the handling, all of the vet care. It's just really a shame to see a dog in that in that condition. Nothing deserves that.”


Officer Zeiler realized that Libby’s case needed further attention so Libby was taken to an emergency vet to treat her skin condition and to plan a refeeding program.

“It's going to be a slow recovery. Anytime you have an emaciated one that's this severe, you do have to take it. There's like a refeeding program that has to go on. You have to put weight on very slowly, or you know you could do more harm than good”, said Officer Zeiler.


An update posted by the Griffin Pond Animal Shelter on September 16, 2022, read:

“We are so overwhelmed with joy at the sight of our beautiful Libby .

She wants you all to know that she is slowly recovering, gaining strength and being so well loved. Her foster family was showing her the news story that featured her rescue .

This is where her new life began 💕

We are encouraged by her strong, fighting spirit and the care and support she is receiving.

Please continue to think good thoughts 💭 and say some prayers 🙏 but know she is in the best hands !”


Officer Zeiler said she’s seen an increase in cases like Libby's. She believes that these things happen because people face financial hardships but having a furbaby is a responsibility that can’t be ignored.

“This is not acceptable. It's never going to be acceptable. So, if this is a situation with these conditions, we are always going to pursue charges”, rightfully said Officer Zeiler.


Libby will remain in the foster home until this case is closed.


I have sent out a few emails to inquire about the other dog on the property and whether charges are being filed in the case.

Should I receive a response, I will update the article accordingly.


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PARIS LUNDY witnessed by a police officer kicking his injured and emaciated puppy in the face

- Pennsylvania, USA -


On the afternoon of Sunday, September 11, 2022, police responded to the 1600 block of Saint Patrick Street in the city’s Arlington neighborhood after receiving an anonymous call about a dog yelping and crying in pain.


Upon arrival, when the responding officer stopped their vehicle to hear the dog, they saw a male, identified as 35-years-old PARIS LUNDY (pictured), open the door to a home while holding a dog on a leash at his South Side Slopes apartment.


WPXI described the furbaby as a female puppy. Police tells me that the breed is a Shepherd Husky mix.


The officer reported that the dog had blood on her paws and mouth, had a swollen, injured eye, and was emaciated.

According to a press release, the officer also witnessed LUNDY “aggressively pull the dog towards him on the leash and kick it in the face.”


The officer removed the VOICELESS VICTIM and animal control took her to PVSEC Pittsburgh Veterinary Specialty & Emergency Center to receive immediate emergency veterinarian care.


Pittsburgh Police Officer Christine Luffey, who specializes in animal neglect and abuse cases, told WPXI: “It’s absolutely heartbreaking and unacceptable what this animal went through.” She then added: “Many animals suffer in silence; we need to be their voice!”


LUNDY, a filthy coward who takes out his frustration on a defenseless puppy unable to dial 911, was placed under arrest and taken to the Allegheny County Jail.

He is facing one third-degree felony charge for aggravated animal cruelty and one second-degree MISDEMEANOR charge of animal cruelty.


Online court records show that LUNDY is scheduled to appear in court on September 29, 2022, at 1:30 p.m. for his preliminary hearing before Magisterial District Judge Kim Berkeley Clark.


The Pittsburgh Police Humane Investigations Unit encourages anyone who witnesses an incident where an animal is being mistreated or abused, to email them. Thank you!


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



LUNDY’s original booking photograph provided to Voice For Us by the Allegheny County Jail.







 
 
 

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