Detroit dogfighting ring shut down; 21 dogs rescued, 1 suspect arrested
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Authorities in Detroit rescued more than 20 dogs from a dogfighting ring in the city Tuesday morning, according to reports.
The Michigan Humane Society (MHS), the Detroit Police Department and federal agents served a search warrant at a home in the city’s west side, Detroit’s Fox 2 reported.
MHS, an animal welfare group, said 21 dogs and other paraphernalia used in dogfighting was found at the scene.
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Officials said all of the animals were alive but in need of medical care.
NEARLY 200 ANIMALS RESCUED FROM TEXAS HOME, INCLUDING RABBITS, TURKEYS, EXOTIC BIRDS
“We’re seizing 21 dogs – all associated with dogfighting – dogfighting paraphernalia, which is anything to include up to slat mills, treadmills, break sticks, drugs – anything associated with conditioning dogs to fight,” said Andy Seltz of MHS.
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Police arrested a man at the home in connection with the alleged dogfighting operation. His identity was not released but police say he is facing felony charges, WDIV reported.
An investigation is ongoing.