Target: David S. Mathews, Circuit Solicitor for Colleton County, South Carolina
Goal: Pursue maximum legal penalties for those allegedly responsible for leaving numerous animals in squalor among dead bodies.
Twenty-two animals were apparently discovered trapped in filthy conditions with multiple deceased animals found in the same room. Responding authorities described the overpowering odor of decay upon arrival. Evidence suggests these dogs and other creatures had been abandoned without basic food, water, or the most minimal care needed for survival. Concerned observers fear many more innocent lives could have been lost had officials not stepped in.
The animals that survived now face an extensive healing process—both physically and emotionally—as they recover from the alleged neglect. Meanwhile, multiple agencies have launched an investigation into who might have caused such extreme suffering. Alarmed citizens demand that the accused not be permitted to simply walk away from the seriousness of this crime, emphasizing that suspected animal cruelty of this magnitude merits equally rigorous accountability.
By proactively fighting the type of animal abuse apparently exposed in this case, communities everywhere can ensure that those found guilty of severe cruelty are met with the strongest legal ramifications. Sign below and demand a decisive legal response not only to achieve justice for the lost and surviving animals, but also to serve as a vital deterrent.
PETITION LETTER:
Dear Attorney David S. Mathews,
Reports indicate that more than twenty animals were rescued from a residence where multiple deceased animals were also discovered. Official accounts describe a harrowing scene: living creatures confined among rotting carcasses in severely unsanitary quarters. This alleged abandonment and neglect may have robbed some animals of their lives and left survivors traumatized.
The swift action of local agencies ensured that remaining dogs and other pets could be brought to safety and possibly offered a chance at rehabilitation. Yet genuine healing depends on sending a powerful message that such severe cruelty will meet with appropriate consequences. Without a decisive response, further potential wrongdoers might feel emboldened to disregard the well-being of living beings under their care.
We respectfully request that you prioritize this case and, if it is substantiated by the evidence, pursue maximum legal penalties. Ensuring that the perpetrators face real accountability could help safeguard other animals from similar fates.
Sincerely,
[Your Name Here]
Photo credit: Francesco Ungaro
