Dan Paden
Dan Paden
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The viciousness shown in shooting helpless animals must not go unpunished. Area residents have reason to be concerned. According to leading mental health professionals and law enforcement agencies, perpetrators of violent acts against animals are often repeat offenders who pose a serious threat not only to other animals but to the community as a whole.
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These cases demand very careful prosecution. A lot is riding on this case.
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Needless to say, we are relieved to know that your local authorities treat such crimes with the seriousness that they deserve.
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Not only because of the animals welfare but certainly also the public welfare. Given the link between animal fighting and interpersonal crime.
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Typically, our first step is to write a letter to prosecutors with our concerns and recommendations. If we get the sense that the case is not taken seriously, or if a weak plea deal is in the works, we may encourage those who have expressed concern to write to prosecutors or to the judge, or to attend hearings. In the past, that has certainly been effective.