"A wildlife rehabilitator, certified by the state environmental conservation department, is facing animal cruelty charges after more than 200 animals were found in her home in Northport, Long Island, officials said. The animals were discovered alongside a 95-year-old woman who was confined on the second floor of the property, Suffolk County authorities said Thursday. Samantha Boyd, 57, and her partner, Neal Weschler, 61, were arrested after investigators obtained a warrant to search their property the previous day."
"Authorities said 206 animals were living in squalid conditions at the residence on Fort Salonga Road, including roosters, geese, turkeys and doves. Suffolk County officials said the animals were kept in overcrowded cages filled with waste, contaminated food and insects. Several animal organizations worked with authorities to remove the 95-year-old woman and rescue the animals, many of which will soon be available for adoption, officials said."
""This was a deeply distressing situation, but thanks to the swift action and collaboration between our office and the dedicated rescue partners, these animals are now safe and receiving the care that they urgently need," Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney said in a statement."
A state-certified wildlife rehabilitator and her partner were arrested after investigators searched a Northport, Long Island, residence where more than 200 animals were found. The animals included roosters, geese, turkeys, and doves and were held in overcrowded cages contaminated with waste, spoiled food, and insects. A 95-year-old woman was found confined on the second floor and was removed by animal organizations working with authorities. Many of the rescued animals are receiving urgent veterinary care and will soon be available for adoption. Charges include animal cruelty against the rehabilitator and elderly endangerment; attorney information was not immediately available.
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