PATTY ANN BOOTH and CODY ANTHONY KARNES arrested after 28 cats were removed from their home

- North Carolina, USA -

Following an investigation, 64-years-old PATTY ANN BOOTH and 33-years-old CODY ANTHONY KARNES (both pictured), have been charged with cruelty to animals.

In a news release, Lee County Sheriff Brian Estes said that on or about June 7, 2022, deputies with the Lee County Sheriff’s Office Animal Control were asked to assist Broadway Police Department with an animal complaint at a residence on 101 Burgess Circle in Broadway.

During the course of the investigation, probable cause was established to obtain a search warrant which was then executed on June 30, 2022, by the Broadway PD, Cape Fear Rural FD, and Lee County Emergency Management, and Lee County Sheriff’s Office Animal Control deputies.

The search led to the discovery and removal of 28 cats.

Sheriff Estes said the “felines were seized and taken to the Lee County Animal Shelter for holding until the legal disposition of the animals can be determined by the courts.”

Warrants were also obtained for the arrest of BOOTH and KARNES who were taken into custody on July 1, 2022.

The pair were each charged with:

2 counts of cruelty to animals

2 counts of failure produce rabies vaccinations

1 count of improper disposal of dead domesticated animals

Both BOOTH and KARNES were given a $5,000 unsecured bond.

They are scheduled to appear in court on July 7, 2022.

The Lee County Sheriff's Office expressed gratitude toward all the agencies involved with this investigation, the Chatham County Sheriff’s Office for the use of their animal trailer and equipment which is being used to house the cats, and the community that had stepped in by making “significant donations for the care of these precious animals.”

I have emailed Sheriff Estes to inquire about the well being of the cats removed from the property and requested elucidation about the charge “improper disposal of dead domesticated animals.”

If I get a response, I will post an update.

BOOTH and KARNES’ mugshots have been added to the Animal Abuser Registry maintained by Voice For Us.

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The Sanford Herald – July 1, 2022

MAKAYLA MCDONALD and STEVEN OWENSBY arrested - Malnourished and dead animals found inside their home

- Georgia, USA -

The Walker County Sheriff’s Office said that 27-years-old MAKAYLA MCDONALD and 29-years-old STEVEN OWENSBY (both pictured), stand accused of animal cruelty following the discovery of a hoarding case.

On Saturday, June 25, a deputy made the discovery while looking for a suspect at 1906 Blossom Road on an unrelated case.

The sheriff’s office said that while the deputy was searching the residence, he noticed “several malnourished and dead animals inside.”

Walker County Animal Control, the Walker County Animal Shelter, and Walker County Fire Rescue were called in and assisted with the removal of 13 animals, including, 4 chickens, 3 dogs, 2 cats, 2 ducks, and 2 rabbits.

Officials also removed the remains of 15 dead animals.

I asked the sheriff’s office what animals were found deceased and whether the cause of death was known. The sheriff’s office tells me that: “Our employees were able to identify dog and rabbit remains among the deceased. The causes of death have not been officially reported, but there were a number of issues.”

I also inquired about the well-being of the live animals who were removed and I was told: “All of the animals removed from 1906 Blossom Road are in various stages of recovery.”

The sheriff’s office also told me that: “Since this is an active criminal investigation, we are not at liberty to share pictures of any of the animals.”

MCDONALD and OWENSBY face charges of aggravated cruelty to animals and additional charges are pending.

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Walker County Georgia - June 27, 2022

MICHAEL BRYAN FEATHERSTON arrested after several dead and neglected animals found on his farm

- New Jersey, USA -

~ Update: May 31, 2022

The Hunterdon County Sheriff's Office tells me that FEATHERSTON has his first court appearance scheduled for June 2, 2022, at 1:30 p.m.

FEATHERSTON's pre indictment conference will take place on July 15, 2022, at 1:30 p.m.

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The Hunterdon County Prosecutors Office announced that a joint investigation between multiple agencies led to the arrest of 52-years-old MICHAEL BRYAN FEATHERSTON (pictured), owner of Rooster's Rescue Foundation, a Flemington-based nonprofit organization.

According to a news release, on May 20, detectives from the Hunterdon County Prosecutor’s Office, Raritan Township Police Department, and the Department of Agriculture responded to 940 County Route 579, Flemington.

“A search of a home and other structures on the property uncovered 71 animals (equine, cows, goats, pigs, rooster, and sheep) believed to be neglected and in poor living conditions”, stated the release.

Sadly, officials also found several deceased animals.

All the live animals were removed, given proper medical attention, and surrendered to various rescue groups.

The search additionally led to the discovery of an assault rifle, large capacity magazines, and marijuana.

The news release stated that the “assault rifle is considered a ‘ghost gun’ because it has no serial number.”

On May 26, the Raritan Township Police Department arrested FEATHERSTON, of Flemington, and charged him with:

3rd degree cruelty to animals (bodily injury-failure to provide necessary care)

2nd degree unlawful possession of a weapon (assault rifle)

3rd degree purchasing firearm parts to manufacture a firearm without a serial number

4th degree prohibited weapons (large capacity magazines)

4th degree possession of CDS Marijuana

The Hunterdon County Prosecutors Office advised that this is an ongoing investigation, and anyone who has information about this case is encouraged to contact Hunterdon County Prosecutor’s Office Sergeant Jessica Neiber at (908) - 788 -1129.

Alternatively, if you wish to remain anonymous, you can call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-321-1000. Crime Stoppers pays cash rewards for valid tips. Thank you!

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NJ.com – May 26, 2022

WFMZ – May 27, 2022

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