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Grisly Bodycam Footage Shows Arrest of Ohio Woman Accused of Stomping on Cat's Head, Eating Feline in Front of Witnesses
Body cam footage was released of the arrest of an Ohio woman accused of killing and eating a cat in front of horrified neighbors.
Animal Sacrifices Surge in NYC: Mutilated Pigs, Chickens and Other Creatures Found in Grisly Sacrifices Across Queens
The New York City borough of Queens faces a disturbing rise in animal sacrifices around Jamaica Bay, with mutilated and tortured animals found in parklands.
Ohio Woman Accused of Torturing, Killing and Eating Cat in Front of Witnesses
An Ohio woman was arrested for allegedly killing and eating a cat in front of witnesses, police said.
Snack Attack: New Jersey Man Accused of Beheading Seagull That Tried to Snatch Daughter's French Fries
A man in New Jersey is accused of ripping off a seagull's head with his bare hands after it allegedly tried to steal French fries from his daughter.
Caught on Surveillance Video: Landlord Accused of Breaking into Tenant's Unit and Shooting Their Cat
A landlord in North Carolina is accused of breaking into a tenant's home and shooting their cat while they were away.
California Man Accused of Decapitating Parents and Dog, Chasing Worker in Stolen Golf Cart
A California man was shot by a sheriff's deputy after allegedly decapitating and mutilating his elderly parents and the family dog, officials said.
'What the Heck?': Police Arrest Man with Hamsters Hidden in Leopard-Print Onesie
A man in Ohio was accused of breaking into multiple stores and when he was arrested, police say they found multiple hamsters in his pajamas.
Police in Washington Shoot, Kill 64 Cockfighting Ring Roosters Rather Than Send Them to Animal Sanctuaries
In April 2024, the U.S. Attorney’s Office announced 34 indictments on charges stemming from a large cockfighting ring located in eastern Washington.
Louisiana Woman Arrested After Video Allegedly Shows Her Throw Puppies in Dumpster: Cops
A Louisiana woman has been arrested after video footage captured her allegedly throwing two puppies into a dumpster, officials said.
North Carolina Woman Accused of Murder After Man and Cat Found Dead in Home
A North Carolina woman was arrested in connection with the death of a man and cat, police say.
Florida Man Allegedly Decapitated Newly Adopted Dog, Dumped Corpse in Park, Police Say
A Florida man was arrested after a dog he adopted just days earlier was found decapitated and wrapped in a plastic bag in a park, authorities said.
Beastly Backlash: Man Accused of Kicking Bison in Yellowstone Injured After Animal Retaliates
A man allegedly kicked a bison at Yellowstone National Park. The bison then retaliated, injuring the man, park rangers said.
Houston Police K9 Chasing Robbery Suspect Discovers Abandoned Puppy Tied Up in Woods, Guides Handler to Scene
A police K9 in Houston found a puppy tied up in the woods. He then guided his handler to rescue the puppy.
'Callous, Brutal and Cruel': Over 120 Dogs Linked to Alleged Dogfighting Ring Seized in New Jersey
Authorities in New Jersey announced that 120 dogs were seized and arrests made in an alleged dogfighting ring.
Wyoming Hunter Paraded Wounded Wolf with Muzzle Taped Shut Around Bar Before Killing It: Authorities
Wyoming man accused of bringing live, wounded wolf to bar with it's mouth taped before taking it out back and killing it.
Two Men Admit Using Night-Vision Goggles, Tactical Gear to Kill Wild Donkeys in Mojave Desert
Two men admitted using night-vision goggles and unregistered guns to kill donkeys in the Mojave Desert in 2021, officials said.
Furry Faux Paw: Panicked Animal Rescue Team Discovers Dog in Distress Actually Mutt-Shaped Statue
An animal rescue team received multiple calls for a dog in distress, only to discover it was a dog-shaped statue.
Florida Trio Accused of Keeping Two Children, Seven Dogs in Home ‘Caked With Feces’
Three people in Florida have been arrested after children and animals were allegedly found in a home 'caked with feces,' officials said.
A Woman Stabbed Her Boyfriend 108 Times After Smoking Pot and Becoming 'Possessed.' Now, She Only Has to Serve Probation for the Slaying.
California woman gets probation after being found guilty of fatally stabbing her boyfriend, herself and her dog during pot-infused psychosis, officials said.
Louisiana Man Dies While Trying to Protect Mom Injured 'Beyond Recognition' by Her Boyfriend, Sheriff Says
Louisiana man and the family dog killed while allegedly trying to defend mother from her boyfriend's attacks, cops say.
A Man Reported Someone Stole His Two Dogs From A Park. Now, He's Sentenced to 15 Months for Killing Them.
A Virginia man reported to police that his dogs got away from him and were stolen by strangers. Now, he'll spend 15 months in jail for killing them.
Brenda Spencer: Teen Sniper Terrorized Elementary School (FPD CASE VAULT)
Brenda Spencer, 16, unleashed hell — firing a hail of bullets into a San Carlos school as 300 students cowered in terror in 1979,
‘You’re Next!’: Indiana Man Accused of Smashing in Head of Girlfriend’s Rabbit Before Directing His Anger at Her
An Indiana man is accused of killing his girlfriend's rabbit and then telling her 'you're next!'
‘I Just Killed Somebody’: Suspect Leads Officers to San Antonio Home, Where Victim’s Head Found in Bathtub, Cops Say
A Texas man has been accused of murder and animal cruelty after a man and dog were found with large stomach wounds and intestines extruding.
Alabama Man Arrested for Running Dogfighting Operation with 100 Dogs Now Accused of Drug Trafficking, Officials Say
A man in Alabama accused of 17 counts of dogfighting and 68 counts of animal cruelty turned himself in to police.There was no word on what officials did with the dogs.
Virginia Woman Arrested After Man Brings Dead Baby in Plastic Bag to Hospital, Dog Found Dead in Bathtub: Cops
A woman in Virginia has been arrested after she allegedly left an 11-month-old girl and dog inside a hot car for 6 hours, cops say.
Cops Say North Dakota Man Upset His Girlfriend Stayed Out Late Killed Kitten in Microwave; Warned: ‘That Would Happen to Her Next’
A North Dakota man has been accused of killing his girlfriend's kitten in the microwave after she got home from work too late.
Colorado Mother Accused of Boiling 4 Puppies Arrested After Cops Find Her Hiding Behind False Wall in Trailer: Police
A mother in Colorado has been accused of boiling 4 puppies and forcing her children to watch, according to authorities.
Officers Responding to Shots Fired Call at Louisiana Home Discover Alligator Inside, Police Say
Police standoff in Louisiana ends with a 66-year-old man arrested for attempted murder and officials seizing a small alligator from the property, police say.
Indiana Man Accused of Sexually Assaulting Girlfriend, Punching Dog Trying to Protect Her: Cops
A man in Indiana has been accused of getting drunk and sexually assaulting his girlfriend and then punching the dog trying to protect her.
A Texas Man Wanted a Video for Social Media. So He Filmed a Cat Getting Kicked Into the Air Like a ‘Football Field Goal’ and Set on Fire.
A man in Texas was sentenced to federal prison after he filmed himself and another man kicking a cat like a 'football field goal' and then setting it on fire.
Manhunt for Fugitive 'Survivalist' Michael Burham Intensifies After Jail Break as Authorities Probe if He Slaughtered Dog While on Run
Authorities continue the search for escaped murder suspect Michael Burham, who broke out of the Warren County Jail in Pennsylvania on July 6.
North Carolina Man Accused of ‘Basically Eviscerating’ Pet Dog in Park While Owner Played Pickleball
A North Carolina family’s pet pooch is dead after a man repeatedly stabbed the while his owner was playing pickleball nearby in a park, officials said.
Indiana Man Caught Having Sex With Family Dog on Couch Threatened to Kill Mom If She Called Cops, Police Say
A man in Indiana was allegedly caught having sex with the family dog by his mother, who he then threatened to kill if she reported him, police say.
'Pure Evil': Police in Minnesota Seek Person Who Put Cat Under Tire, Ran Over It Twice
Authorities in Minnesota are searching for the person they say ran over a cat on purpose.
Pet Parrot Reportedly Shot and Killed by Florida Woman During Intoxicated Altercation with Spouse: Police
A woman in Florida allegedly shot and killed her pet parrot during a drunken fight with her husband, but no charged filed against her, police say.
Woman Arrested After Bearded Dragon, Pygmy Goats, Cats, Dogs, And Other Animals Found Dead On South Carolina Property: Cops
A woman in South Carolina is facing 34 animal cruelty charges after 15 animals were found dead on her property, according to authorities.
‘Dog Emerged Unharmed’ After Suspects Place It In Designer Bag, Throw From Window During Police Chase: Cops
A puppy managed to survive getting tossed out of a vehicle during the high-speed pursuit of suspect wanted in connection with an attempted murder, cops said.
Nude Man Stole School Bus, Put Dead Deer Inside To Take Home To Use As ‘Fertilizer For His Garden’: Police
A Pennsylvania man is accused of stealing a school bus and placing a dead deer in the back to take home for 'fertilizer for his garden,' officials said.
Mississippi Woman Charged After Video Showed Her Having Sex With A Dog, Police Say
A woman in Mississippi has been arrested after a graphic video of her having sex with a dog was discovered on social media, police said.
Oklahoma City Man Accused Of Assaulting Woman, Stabbing Dog He Thought Was Possessed By Satan, Cops Say
A man in Oklahoma was arrested for the third time in 30 days after he was accused of assaulting his girlfriend and then trying to stab a dog, police said.
Children Found Living In South Carolina House With 16 Dead Animals, Elderly Woman's Body On Porch, Cops Say
A woman was arrested in South Carolina after cops say they found children living in a home with 16 dead animals inside and an elderly woman dead on the porch.
Just Desserts: Louisiana Woman Arrested After Meth, Puppies Found Inside Ice Cream Truck, Police Say
A Louisiana woman was placed under arrest after police discovered melted ice cream, meth and puppies on an ice cream truck, detectives said.
Utah Woman And Dog Killed After Her Boyfriend Locked Them In Storage Unit, Set It On Fire: Cops
A Utah woman and her dog were locked in a storage unit and they both died after her boyfriend allegedly set it on fire, authorities said.
A Dallas Man Is Accused Of Stealing Monkeys From The Zoo. Now, The Animal Lover Allegedly Says He’ll Do It Again If Released.
A 24-year-old man in Dallas stole two monkeys from the zoo and placed them in vacant home. If released from jail, he claims he would do it again.
Indiana Suspect Held In Jail For Allegedly Hanging, Stabbing Rescue Dog Now Accused Of Murdering Man: Cops
An Indiana man accused of killing a rescue dog last August is now charged with the murder of a man the month before the incident, authorities said.
Iowa Woman Allegedly Punished Cats For Fighting By Putting Them In Washer, Turning It On, Court Records Show
An Iowa woman was arrested for animal torture and abuse after she allegedly put two cats into a washing machine and turned it on, police said.
Woman Accused Of Setting He Ex's Dogs On Fire, Filming Them Whimpering
A woman in Florida is accused of setting her ex's dogs on fire and filming the incident, according to a report. She was arrested and charged with animal cruelty.
Two Suspects Accused Of Murder After Remains Of Woman, Three Animals Discovered Following Home Fire
Two men have been arrested in connection to the murder of a victim found dead in a fire, reports say. They were each charged with murder in the case.
California Man Accused Of Killing His Roomate, 2 Pet Cats During Halloween Attack
A California suspect accused of killing his roommate and the man’s two pet cats has pleaded not guilty to all charges against him.