Example 9 - Transporting Animals in a Cruel Manner

The Complaint

City police officers on routine patrol came across a man selling baby calves from the back of his hatch back ­ to people on a street. Upon seeing the police, the man shoved the calf he had in his arms back into the hatch back and closed the hatch door shut.

The Response

1. The police told the man to open the hatch door, and there they discovered three young calves stuffed under a cloth hatch cover.
2. The animals were struggling to get free. The sun was hot, and the animals in addition to being cruelly stuffed into the small area were not getting any air. The young calves looked dazed.
3. Police called the local humane agency for assistance to remove the calves.
4. They arrested the man.

Charges Brought

The individual involved was charged with violations of Section 353 and 359 of the Agriculture and Markets Law.

Supporting Documents Follow

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