Exotic Incident #1028
Incident Date:
07/20/2007
Location:
Magnolia, OH - USA
Facility Name:
Facility Type:
Exotic Pet (E)
Incident Category:
Animal Death (AD)
Species:
Bears
Animal:
Bear Cub, Lion
Animal disposition:
Dead
Summary:
Two sisters who reported that someone had killed their two bear cubs became the subject of an investigation. Cruelty charges were brought against one of two sisters who were caring for animals at a local animal sanctuary. The remaining animals were turned over to Stump Hill Farm and included a “pet” lion named Brutus, a goat, and five puppies. See also 07/17/07.
Action take by Born Free USA:
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