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Yahoo
20-04-2025
- Yahoo
Two charged in Connecticut for combined 75 counts of animal cruelty
STERLING, Conn. (WWLP) – Two individuals have been arrested in Connecticut following an investigation in which 30 mistreated animals were seized and several dead animals were found in a freezer. Connecticut State Police said that at approximately 5:18 p.m. on Wednesday, troopers received a report of an active disturbance at a home in Sterling. Upon arrival at the residence, troopers identified 22-year-old Oscar Desnoyers, who had an active warrant and was arrested without incident. 16 charged in major fentanyl and cocaine trafficking takedown in Mass. At approximately 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, 56-year-old Kelly Desnoyers of Sterling turned herself in on an active arrest warrant connected to the same investigation. This investigation began in February 2025 when Connecticut Animal Control received a report of an animal hoarding situation at a Sterling residence. The 1,556-square-foot home reportedly contained over 20 dogs and other animals. ACO attempted several well-being checks on the residence but did not get an answer when knocking on the door. The home was found to belong to Kelly Desnoyers, and according to Sterling town dog licensing, there were no dogs licensed to her or her address. On March 5, Connecticut troopers served a search and seizure warrant on the home. The pets were found to be living in extremely neglectful conditions, with no visible food or water, and dogs stacked three to four crates high. Animal waste and flies were all over the home. Troopers seized six kittens, two guinea pigs, five rats, one goat, one pony, one bearded dragon, one chicken, one rooster, two pot-bellied pigs, and 14 dogs. Two guinea pigs and three cats were also found deceased inside the freezer, and one squirrel was found dead inside the home. Kelly Desnoyers was charged with 35 counts of Animal Cruelty, and Oscar Desnoyers was charged with 40 counts of Animal Cruelty. They were both released on court-set $20,000 bonds and are unable to own or care for any animal. Kelly and Oscar are both scheduled to appear in Danielson Superior Court on April 30. WWLP-22News, an NBC affiliate, began broadcasting in March 1953 to provide local news, network, syndicated, and local programming to western Massachusetts. Watch the 22News Digital Edition weekdays at 4 p.m. on Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
NBC News
21-02-2025
- General
- NBC News
Runaway bull on the loose in Connecticut, evading capture
No bull. A Scottish Highland bull has been wandering Kent, Connecticut since Tuesday after escaping from its home. Efforts to corral the runaway bovine have been unsuccessful, according to a Facebook post from Kent, Connecticut Animal Control. "He was last seen over the line in New Milford, but if he heads back into the Hollow, please don't chase him!," the post said. The owner of the bull and Kent Animal Control did not respond immediately to NBC News' request for comment. Officials note folks should not be overly concerned about the escaped animal's temperament. "They are known for being a very docile animal, never showing any aggression and are very low stress to keep and manage," according to Highland Titles' website. "Within their herds they have a great understanding of their own social hierarchy and never fight. They also enjoy the company of humans, often approaching walkers seeking affection."
