Press Release

LOUISIANA SPCA IMPOUNDS FOUR DOGS FROM NINTH WARD
AS PART OF A DOG FIGHTING INVESTIGATION

NEW ORLEANS, LA (July 4, 2007) - The Louisiana Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (LA/SPCA) rescued four dogs from a Ninth Ward home after the Louisiana National Guard responded to a call to investigate dog fighting on Tuesday, July 3rd.

According to LA/SPCA Director of Humane Law Enforcement, Kathryn Destreza, the police received a complaint that kids were holding dog fights in the backyard of a Desire Street residence. When Destreza arrived on the scene three of the dogs were on heavy chains and all of the animals were in poor health and in need of food and water. The remains of a chicken were also found on the property. A teenage son and his mother are facing charges by the N.O.P.D. The son is charged with cruelty to animals and dog fighting, the mother is charged with allowing dog fighting on the property.

“This is a violent crime. The most disturbing element of this case is that it involves juveniles. If they are being cruel to animals now, it will only lead to more serious crimes in the future,” Destreza said. “This has to stop and we need the community’s eyes and ears. The public is our first line of defense. Last night some one cared enough to call the police. Because of that we were able to rescue the dogs and the family was charged.” The dogs are now in the care of the LA/SPCA.

To report suspected dog fighting or any other types of animal cruelty to the LA/SPCA please call 504-368-5191, ext. 100. Reports can also be reported online at Complaint or Request for Investigation. 

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