Florida couple arrested for alleged animal abuse after over 100 animals rescued: authorities

A Florida couple was arrested and faces felony animal abuse prices after over 100 animals have been rescued from their property, in keeping with the Citrus County Sheriff’s Workplace.

In a publish on Fb, authorities stated that Faustino Alfredo Valladares, 66, and Patricia Maria Villadamigo, 46, have been arrested on animal cruelty prices in “Operation Rescue Thor,” after a four-month investigation into allegations of neglect.

On July 31, animal management officers started an animal cruelty and neglect investigation at a residence positioned in Inverness. The couple is alleged to have over 16 canines, and 40 chickens and turkeys on their property, with the animals suffering from neglect.

Deputies said that regardless of minimal cooperation from the couple, all of the animals have been checked on all through the length of the investigation.

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Over 100 animals have been rescued in an alleged animal cruelty case in Florida. (Citrus County Sheriff’s Workplace)

Officers additionally decided that every one canines within the couple’s possession have been discovered to be with out present vaccinations, and they didn’t have a kennel license, which is remitted by county ordinance with possession of 10 or extra canines.

In the course of the investigation, deputies say Thor, a 7-year-old German Shepherd, was discovered exhibiting indicators of ache and affected by a extreme ear an infection and points along with his hips. Regardless of being issued a quotation and a 24-hour mandate to be handled, the sheriff’s workplace reported the couple refused to offer therapy for Thor. 

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Detectives then assisted animal management officers in acquiring arrest warrants for each Valladares and Villadamigo for one depend of felony animal cruelty every. A search warrant was additionally obtained and served final week to rescue Thor from the property, so he might obtain correct therapy, in keeping with the sheriff’s workplace.

In the course of the search of the property, deputies stated 18 canines, 11 puppies, and 73 various species of fowl, one among which was deceased, have been positioned on the property.

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All animals were surrendered by Villadamigo and Valladares, and given to Citrus County Animal Providers, the place officers stated veterinary forensics and therapy will proceed for all rescued animals.

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“Our ACOs work tirelessly to help defend innocent animals, such as Thor, whom irresponsible owners mistreat. It is sickening to see how Villadamigo and Valladares had such disregard for taking care of their animals,” stated Sheriff Mike Prendergast. “I am proud of the quick investigative work of both our ACOs and Community Crimes Detectives, as well as our partnership with Citrus County Animal Services for their assistance in saving these helpless animals.”