Court bans pensioner from owning animals
Jack, a black crossbreed who had known nothing but suffering. He had lived his life on a chain, tethered to misery at a Grassy Park Home. Since his rescue, he was renamed Frankie.
A MAN who subjected his dog to prolonged cruelty has been banned for life from owning an animal in an outcome that animal welfare organisations believe will echo far beyond the courtroom walls.
Richard Edward Leo, a 76-year-old pensioner had pleaded guilty to all charges against him under the Animals Protection Act 71 of 1962 in April.
In delivering its sentence, the Wynberg Magistrate's Court handed him a lifetime ban on owning animals, an R8 000 fine or 8 months in prison (partially suspended), and a R5,000 reimbursement to the Cape of Good Hope SPCA for the dog's care.
The court also ordered the immediate forfeiture of any other animals in his care.
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