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BRANDON DALE MAGILL, Madison city firefighter, arrested in connection with the killing of a puppy

- Alabama, USA -


The Huntsville Police Department arrested 37-year-old Captain BRANDON DALE MAGILL (pictured), a Madison Fire and Rescue firefighter, for animal cruelty.


Police said MAGILL turned himself in after a warrant was issued following a report that was filed on February 20, 2025.


The police did not release additional information as the investigation is ongoing. However, according to a post by Sarah Ann on the Facebook public group What's Happening in Huntsville, Madison, Athens?, MAGILL beat a German Shepherd puppy to death and was arrested after he was caught on video.


With regard to MAGILL’s arrest, the city of Madison released the following statement:


“The City of Madison is deeply concerned by the recent violent behavior of a Madison Fire and Rescue employee. This conduct is unacceptable and does not reflect the values MF&R upholds. As a result, the City of Madison has begun the disciplinary investigation proceedings by placing the individual on administrative leave.”


It’s unclear whether MAGILL is still in the position of Captain for the department.


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MAGILL’s mugshot provided to Voice For Us by the Madison County Sheriff's Office


Furvictim’s photo shared from a post by Sarah Ann on the Facebook public group What's Happening in Huntsville, Madison, Athens?




Reward for information leading to the monster who abandoned a zip-tied dog keeps growing

- California, USA -

 

On July 3, 2024, just before sunset, two hikers had been passing by a ravine in Malibu Creek Canyon, some 250 feet down the side of the road, when they discovered an abandoned dog.

 

The furvictim, a male German Shepherd now named Argon and estimated to be about 7 years old, was found with zip ties around his mouth and neck.

 

The hikers alerted Lost Hills Sheriff's Station and County of Los Angeles Department of Animal Care and Control and then managed to remove the zip tie from Argon’s mouth before officials arrived.   

 

When officials responded to the scene, they helped the hikers bring Argon to safety.

 

In Defense Of Animals reports that Argon was first taken to the Palmdale Animal Care Center to be treated and then to the Agoura Animal Care Center.

According to In Defense Of Animals, “Veterinarians found he had a lot of inflammation, and warts and skin tags on his legs, stomach and groin. It was suspected he was exposed to poison oak, and that he may be suffering from lymphoma.”

 

On July 11, 2024, Argon was placed in the care of German Shepherd Rescue of Orange County and a week later the rescue posted an update on their Facebook page.


Part of the post read: “A lot has happened since Argon found his way to GSROC.  He remains at our vet for ongoing care, receiving treatment to reduce the edema (swelling) around all of his joints.  His lymph notes in his neck are huge--the size of ping-pong balls.  He is still very, very thin, but eating very well--many small meals each day to gradually put weight on him.  The official diagnosis is lymphoma, but we are awaiting some more sophisticated test results to determine what level the cancer has reached and whether it is B or T cell treatment required.”

 

As reported by In Defense Of Animals, Maria Dales, Founder and Director of German Shepherd Rescue of Orange County said in a statement: “Argon is an incredible mixture of strength and softness. He survived abandonment and abuse, yet miraculously, he remains a gentle soul. He seems to sense that we are all here to help him and his trust level is growing. He doesn't appear to be as introverted as he was when he arrived. He will see a veterinary oncologist next week so we can determine the next steps of his treatment plan.

 

Someone, somewhere knows who this dog belonged to and can help authorities apprehend the person who harmed this beautiful dog. We are hoping that someone in the public will have the courage and compassion to get this cruel abuser off the streets.”

 

The reward offered for information leading to the arrest of the despicable individual(s) is now $25,000.

 

“We’ve been overwhelmed by the public response. So many people are concerned about Argon and want to see his abuser held accountable. Someone knows this dog and the person who hurt him. We hope this huge reward offer encourages that person to step forward and share their tip with us so we can get justice for Argon”, said Fleur Dawes, Communications Director at In Defense of Animals.

 

County of Los Angeles Department of Animal Care and Control said if you have credible info related to Argon’s case, please call (562) - 940 - 6898. Thank you!

 

I want to say to that someone who knows who abandoned Argon, that if you don’t come forward and speak up, you are just as guilty!  

 

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MATTHEW JACOB FIALA caught on video abusing a defenseless and helpless German Shepherd

- Missouri, USA -

 

Following a gut-wrenching video that was widely circulated on social media, showing 26-years-old MATTHEW JACOB FIALA (pictured), abusing a defenseless dog, FIALA is now facing animal cruelty charges.

 

The incident, that was thankfully recorded by a neighbor, happened on January 2, 2024, at FIALA’s home.

 

The video starts with FIALA taking a picture of a German Shepherd on a leash. FIALA then can be seen pulling the dog to a crate and the dog can be seen resisting. Once the Voiceless Victim is inside the crate, FIALA looks around and then throws a bucket of water in the dog’s face. But that’s not all.  As the German Shepherd attempts to escape, FIALA flips and tips the crate with the dog inside. FIALA then opens the crate door and when the furbaby tries to escape, FIALA proceeds to kick the crate door right near the dog’s face. FIALA can also be seen slamming the crate against the concrete.

Throughout the video, the German Shepherd can be heard yelping and crying.

 

The Pleasant Hill Police Department received a copy of the video on January 2, 2024, and officers responded to FIALA’s home.

FIALA claims to be a dog trainer and appears to operate under several different names.

 

According to 41 KSHB, Pleasant Hill Police Chief Thomas Wright told the news outlet: “We think it’s a client’s dog” and added: “The dog could still be at Fiala’s house. We could not seize the dog. He didn’t let us in his house.”

 

41 KSHB reports that FIALA told police there are a total of six dogs in his house, and police believe three of them are his.

 

Police Chief Wright told KCTV: “We know that the neighbors have reported abuse in the past, but it’s always been anonymous. The difference in this case is that somebody has decided, ‘Hey, it’s time to stand up for these animals.’ And so that and with that video that gives us evidence that we need to put a case together.”

 

On Monday, January 8, 2024, city prosecutors charged FIALA with animal cruelty, having too many animals in his home, and not having a business license.

 

Court records show that FIALA is scheduled to appear at Pleasant Hill Municipal Court on Tuesday, March 19, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. before Judge Roger Andre Potter.

 

Chief Wright said this is an ongoing investigation and his department is working with the Cass County Prosecuting Attorney for possible state charges.

 

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