Target: David Sutter, Jefferson County Prosecutor, Madison, Indiana
Goal: Seek maximum lawful penalties, a lifetime animal-ownership ban, restitution, and mandated treatment for the individual reportedly linked to dogs confined in feces-filled kennels without potable water and multiple deceased animals.
Authorities reportedly raided a residence after allegations of animal neglect and abuse and discovered more than a dozen dogs in disturbing conditions. According to officials, kennels were so packed with feces that dogs could not safely stand, food was contaminated with feces, and potable water was unavailable. Several dogs purportedly exhibited skin infections and open wounds, some described as older injuries in the process of healing.
Investigators further reported finding multiple deceased dogs and a dead horse on the property. A local resident was arrested and reportedly faces 17 counts of animal cruelty along with additional charges. The surviving dogs were transferred for evaluation and care, where urgent veterinary treatment and intensive grooming have been described as immediate needs.
These allegations depict prolonged suffering, apparent deprivation of basic care, and a scene that seemingly endangered every animal present. A strong prosecutorial response—centered on maximum penalties, restitution for care, a lifetime prohibition on possessing animals, and court-ordered counseling or education—would send a clear deterrent message and help safeguard animals from similar harm. Sign below to urge full accountability consistent with the severity of the reported abuse.
PETITION LETTER:
Dear Prosecutor Sutter,
The reported discovery of more than a dozen dogs in kennels packed with feces—so much so that the animals could not safely stand—demands decisive action. Accounts indicate the dogs were deprived of potable water, fed food contaminated by feces, and found with skin infections and open wounds. Investigators also reportedly located multiple deceased dogs and a dead horse on the same property.
Given these grave allegations, we respectfully urge your office to pursue all appropriate charges and, if the evidence supports conviction, to seek maximum lawful penalties. We also ask that you request restitution for medical and rehabilitative costs, a lifetime ban on animal ownership and caretaking, and mandated counseling or education addressing humane care and cruelty prevention.
A strong, consistent response to this case would honor the animals who reportedly suffered, protect the survivors now in care, and help deter future neglect and abuse. Please pursue justice proportionate to the severity of the alleged offenses.
Sincerely,
[Your Name Here]
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