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Miami-Dade cockfighting ring investigation
Overview
Federal and local authorities dismantled a large-scale illegal cockfighting operation in southwest Miami-Dade County. Following an FBI raid on a 10-acre property, officials discovered a training facility containing over 3,100 roosters and various fighting supplies, such as spurs and syringes.
On October 9, the Miami-Dade Animal Services Department conducted the largest animal euthanasia operation of its kind in the county’s history, killing more than 3,100 roosters. Other animals found in neglect, including dogs, cats, goats, turtles, ponies, and a lamb, were rescued by the Florida SPCA for medical care.
Three individuals—Marcie Rochell Newmark, Carlos Rafael Lezcano, and Sergio Ruiz-Osorio—were arrested in connection with the investigation. Lezcano faces charges including animal cruelty with intent to injure or kill, evidence tampering, and the possession and training of animals for fighting.
Entities
Polícia Militar de Santa Catarina · Massaranduba · FBI · Marcie Rochell Newmark · Sergio Ruiz-Osorio
Timeline
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[CRIME] 2 sourcesMiami-Dade cockfighting ring bust leads to three arrests and 3,100 bird euthanizations
An FBI raid on a Miami-Dade property uncovered a massive cockfighting ring, leading to the euthanasia of over 3,100 roosters and the arrest of three individuals on animal cruelty charges.
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[CRIME] 2 sourcesTimon police dismantle cockfighting ring and seize 45 animals
Police in Timon, Maranhão, shut down a cockfighting ring, seizing 45 animals and arresting the organizer along with two fugitives wanted for robbery and drug trafficking.
Sources
bandab.com.br · cubaheadlines.com · gp1.com.br · miaminewtimes.com