Target: Donna Jones, Police and Crime Commissioner, Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Goal: Hold man accountable for his alleged animal cruelty and harassment against Christian worshippers, by imposing the maximum penalty permissible under the law.
The shocking actions of Benjamin Lewis, who reportedly dumped the carcasses of stolen animals—including black lambs—near churches in New Forest, have left the community in disbelief. Allegedly motivated by hostility towards Christians, Lewis admitted to five counts of religiously aggravated intentional harassment, alarming the local residents and farmers. These alleged heinous acts have fostered fear and unease among worshippers, interrupting the tranquility once enjoyed in this scenic national park.
The disturbing details surrounding Lewis’s alleged actions are compounded by an alarming trend in animal cruelty. Over the last year, livestock have reportedly gone missing, and carcasses of sheep and deer have been found near places of worship, creating a chilling atmosphere of dread. Residents like Myra Noyce and Sarah Harrison have shared their distress at the reported sight of one of their lambs left outside St. Peter’s Church, with the implications of such cruelty disturbing the collective peace of the community. The seemingly intentional targeting of religious spaces with the remains of animals is an act that goes beyond cruelty; it is a violation of sanctuary and respect.
Addressing animal cruelty is necessary to ensure that communities feel safe and respected. The behavior allegedly exhibited by Lewis is a call for a crackdown on such vile acts that endanger not only animals but the fabric of society that bonds us through shared values of compassion. Justice must be served to deter similar incidents in the future, ensuring that those who perpetrate such acts face substantial consequences for their actions. The demand is clear: Benjamin Lewis must be held accountable, and the fullest extent of legal punishment must be pursued in this case.
PETITION LETTER:
Dear Commissioner Jones,
The recent actions of Benjamin Lewis, who has allegedly admitted to the crimes of theft and religiously aggravated harassment involving the brutal dumping of animal carcasses, cannot go unpunished. His reported purpose of instilling alarm and distress among local Christian worshippers has disrupted the peace and harmony of the New Forest community. Allegedly motivated by hostility towards those of faith, Lewis’s actions are seemingly not only cruel but malicious, targeting vulnerable individuals in sacred spaces.
Reports indicate that Lewis has been stealing livestock, specifically black lambs, and leaving their remains near churches meant for worship and refuge. This alleged behavior has greatly affected the emotional and psychological well-being of residents and livestock owners alike. It is crucial to emphasize that such acts of cruelty diminish the respect for life and the well-being of our community as a whole.
We urge you to pursue the maximum penalty available under the law in order to send a strong message against animal cruelty and hate-fueled actions. The community of New Forest deserves justice, and those who disrupt this tranquility with malevolent intent must face appropriate consequences for their behavior.
Sincerely,
[Your Name Here]
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