Target: Thomas Clayton, District Attorney, San Miguel County, New Mexico
Goal: Prosecute a man who allegedly broke into a barn, sexually abused a dog, and then returned weeks later to do it again to the fullest extent of the law.
A deeply disturbing case out of rural New Mexico has left a community shaken after a man allegedly broke into a private barn, sexually abused a dog, and stole a duck — then reportedly returned weeks later to commit the same horrifying acts again. A veterinarian purportedly confirmed that the dog had been sexually violated, lending chilling credibility to what investigators allege occurred inside that barn. The victim’s owner, alarmed after allegedly discovering the first incident, installed security cameras on the property — and those cameras allegedly caught the suspect attempting to return.
According to an affidavit filed in San Miguel Magistrate Court, the suspect broke into the barn a first time to have sex with the dog and steal a duck. When he allegedly attempted to return, the property owner armed himself and confronted the intruder, reportedly firing his weapon into the ground to scare the suspect away. Officers subsequently located the suspect nearby and, after initially denying involvement, he allegedly admitted to both visits — admitting he had sex with the dog the first time and that he returned hoping to find the dog again.
Animals cannot speak for themselves, and it falls on the justice system to speak for them. This dog was allegedly subjected to a horrifying violation in what should have been the safety of her own home, and the perpetrator apparently showed no remorse — allegedly returning a second time to repeat the abuse. Sign below to demand the maximum penalties available be pursued vigorously in this case to send a clear message that animal sexual abuse will not be tolerated, and to ensure this dog and all animals are protected from further harm.
PETITION LETTER:
DA Thomas Clayton,
We are writing to urge your office to pursue the maximum penalties available under New Mexico law against the individual charged in connection with the alleged sexual abuse of a dog in rural San Miguel County. According to a court affidavit, the suspect broke into a private barn, where he sexually abused a dog — something a veterinarian purportedly confirmed occurred — and allegedly stole a duck from the property. This alone represents a deeply disturbing suspected act of cruelty. But what makes this case even more alarming is that the suspect returned weeks later, purportedly intending to commit the same violations a second time.
After allegedly admitting to investigators that he had sex with the dog during the first visit and that he came back hoping to find the dog again, the suspect’s reported behavior demonstrates a pattern of predatory conduct toward a vulnerable animal. This dog was allegedly subjected to repeated trauma, and the owner of the property was reportedly forced to arm himself and fire a weapon simply to protect his animals from further abuse. A $10,000 unsecured bond and house arrest, while a start, must be followed by the full weight of prosecution to ensure justice is served.
We urge your office to pursue the strongest possible charges and sentencing in this case. Animals are voiceless victims who depend entirely on the legal system for protection. Please ensure that this dog receives the justice she deserves, and that this case serves as a powerful deterrent against animal sexual abuse throughout New Mexico.
Sincerely,
[Your Name Here]
Photo credit: Geoffrey Dairiki
