Target: George Gascón, District Attorney of Los Angeles County, California
Goal: Prosecute individuals allegedly responsible for animal cruelty and enforce stricter animal welfare laws.
The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department is investigating an alleged case of animal cruelty involving 27-year-old Rogelio Diaz, who is accused of torturing and killing a cat named Mimi in Lawndale, California. Security footage reportedly shows Diaz taking the cat from a driveway and repeatedly striking it on the sidewalk. The cat’s owner reportedly discovered Mimi severely injured, and despite efforts to save her, Mimi died from her injuries.
Diaz was arrested on April 11 and faces charges of torturing/killing a live animal. Investigators suspect that Diaz may be a serial animal abuser and are seeking additional information from the public. The incident has sparked outrage, with the pet owner expressing fear for the safety of others, including children, given the severity of the alleged act. Demand immediate legal action against those allegedly responsible for such cruelty.
PETITION LETTER:
Dear DA Gascón,
A recent case in Lawndale, California, has brought to light a deeply disturbing act of apparent animal cruelty. Rogelio Diaz, 27, is allegedly captured on security footage torturing and killing a cat named Mimi on April 5. This incident, which reportedly resulted in the cat’s death, has sparked significant public outrage and concern.
The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department has arrested Diaz and is investigating further, suspecting that he may be a serial animal abuser. The severity of this alleged act highlights the urgent need for strict enforcement of animal welfare laws.
We urge you to ensure a thorough investigation and prosecution of those allegedly responsible for this act of cruelty. Immediate action is necessary to prevent such incidents in the future and to protect the welfare of animals in our community.
Sincerely,
[Your Name Here]
Photo credit: Nancy Wong
