"Cody Roberts, 44, allegedly plowed a young wolf named Theia down with a snowmobile, taped its mouth shut, and brought it to the Green River Bar in Daniel, Wyoming, before killing it in February 2024. Roberts was scheduled to defend himself against felony animal cruelty charges on March 9 in Sublette County District Court, but he has now agreed to a plea deal."
"Under Wednesday's agreement, Roberts is expected to serve 18 months of probation and pay a $1,000 fine. He will also be prohibited from hunting, fishing, drinking alcohol or entering bars during that time. If Roberts violates his probation, the suspended prison sentence could be enforced, meaning he could serve up to two years behind bars and face additional fines of up to $4,000."
"The case has sparked public outcry, with many demanding that Roberts serve jail time. 'One of the saddest stories ever of animal torture. This should have been a federal felony charge,' wrote an animal activist on X."
Cody Roberts, 44, allegedly struck a young wolf named Theia with a snowmobile, taped its mouth shut, and killed it at a Wyoming bar in February 2024. Initially, the Wyoming Game and Fish Department cited him only for illegally possessing wildlife with a $250 fine. However, a grand jury later indicted Roberts on felony animal cruelty charges carrying up to two years imprisonment. Under a plea agreement, Roberts will serve 18 months probation, pay $1,000, and face hunting and alcohol restrictions. The case generated significant public outcry, with many demanding jail time. The plea must receive judicial approval, and violation could result in enforcement of the suspended two-year prison sentence plus additional fines.
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