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09-05-2025
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Two Utahns who took in dogs from Ogden hoarding situation share their stories
OGDEN, Utah () — After 168 dogs and cats were in Ogden, two Utahns are sharing their experience with taking in dogs. The dogs and cats rescued from the home have been adopted out, fostered, and sent to other shelters across the Wasatch Front. Lisa Peterson, who lives in Weber County, was fostering Coco. Sadly, she passed away yesterday after being spayed on Friday. Peterson said that Coco was the first dog that was part of the animal rescue she started. Brandi Hysell, from Utah County, adopted Leia. She said that Leia has been making progress and adjusting to her new home after being rescued from the hoarding situation. In a statement from the Ogden City Police Department, they said, 'As of today, only 13 dogs remain at the Weber County Animal Shelter and are available for rescue. No animals required euthanasia.' RELATED: Bodycam footage released after over 150 dogs rescued from Ogden home Lisa Peterson was fostering Coco, one of the rescued dogs, but shared that she sadly passed away just yesterday. Peterson said that just over a month ago, she found two stray dogs at her front door. She and a neighbor who both work for rescues put leashes on them and started looking for their owners. Instead, they found animal control at a nearby house. 'Be prepared… we're about to get flooded,' Peterson warned local shelters. Two Ogden men facing hundreds of charges related to animal hoarding case Peterson said that she helped two of the shelters pull dogs from where they were first taken, Weber County Animal Services. One of those shelters was Hope's Rescue, which Peterson began fostering Coco through. She was a small dog, weighing only five pounds and two ounces, Peterson said. 'Unfortunately, Coco passed away yesterday,' Peterson shared. 'She was just spayed on Friday, but her tiny little body just wasn't able to handle the anesthesia and the impact of the surgery.' Walking through the shelter when the dogs were first brought in, Peterson said there was no way she could describe it. It was crates stacked on top of each other, full of dogs. 'It looked like a puppy family reunion; they were all inbred,' Peterson stated. Peterson said that she knew she planned on adopting Coco herself from the moment that she saw her in the shelter. 'Heartwarming': Community rallies to help over 150 animals rescued from Ogden home 'With Coco specifically, when I saw her and I saw her face, she looked shut down,' Peterson said. 'And just something sparked in me, just right to my soul.' Peterson was inspired to start her own foster-based animal rescue, with Coco being the first animal to join it. Even though she has passed away, Peterson is looking forward to helping more pets and said that they just took in two kittens. 'Help rescues. Adopt, don't shop,' Peterson said. 'There's too many sitting in shelters that need us.' Peterson encourages the community to attend an adoption event on May 18 in Roy. She says that Hope's Rescue and Weber County Animal Services will be there. The event starts at 9 a.m. at 1845 W 4400 S in Roy. Animal shelters come together to help 152 dogs rescued in Ogden Brandi Hysell adopted her dog from the hoarding situation, Leia. Her first full day with Hysell's family was May 4, 'Star Wars' day. She said Leia was named after the 'Star Wars' character because she is a 'resilient little princess.' Hysell said she ran into Leia at a store when she bumped into a woman with a rescue called Whiskey Tango Feline. Initially, Hysell was just planning to foster, but said that when Leia leaned into her, she knew that she had to adopt her. 'We've always, always been dog people. We've always had dogs, and we just haven't had one since the pandemic,' Hysell said. From what Hysell had been told, most of the dogs rescued were relatively healthy. Leia was partially shaved due to the fleas that were found on her. They're waiting for that fur to grow back in. 'She's a little underweight, and she did have a lot of fleas… she had a nice bath yesterday, and though she wasn't a fan, she's looking nice and clean,' Hysell shared. 152 dogs rescued from 'extremely poor' conditions in Ogden home Leia is blind in one eye, though it doesn't cause her any pain or suffering. Hysell says that the rescue believed another dog may have injured her because she's small and young. The vet guessed that she's only a year or two old. 'She's doing great, huge progress every day,' Hysell said. 'Yesterday I took her out and let the neighborhood kids say hi to her, and little girls were all over her and she was happy as a clam.' Leia is hesitant around people, especially men, but Hysell says that she's getting better. Her husband leaves in the morning, and when he returns, Leia is afraid for a few minutes before being happy to see him. The rescue told Hysell that Leia was not potty-trained. Hysell said she was worried, but Leia is very smart and learned quickly. She only had one accident in the home before she was house-trained. Hysell also said that Leia follows her everywhere around the home. Abandoned pets are a growing problem in Utah — What local experts say 'I think I needed her as much as she needed me. She's healing my heart. The world's been a little rough, and she's been a bright spot in our family the last few days,' Hysell said. The vet believes that Leia is a Jack Russell terrier and chihuahua mix. Hysell joked that she believes that because Leia is bouncy and shakes all the time. Many of Leia's siblings are still available for foster or adoption, Hysell said. She encouraged people to help out where they can. 'Even if you can't foster a dog, even if you can't adopt a dog, the shelters are definitely still in need of plenty of volunteers,' Hysell said. 'They definitely need dog and cat food, puppy pads, and blankets… they are all definitely very full.' Kayla Baggerly, MJ Jewkes, and Kade Garner contributed to this report. Two Utahns who took in dogs from Ogden hoarding situation share their stories 48 puppies flown from overcrowded Arizona shelter to Utah Motorcyclist killed in crash on State Street in Sandy Warmer temperatures settling across the Beehive state Kona Grill dishes up delicious options to treat mom on Mother's Day Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
29-04-2025
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Woman charged with shooting, killing Ogden woman after argument
Charges are allegations only. All arrested persons are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt. OGDEN, Utah () — A 37-year-old woman has been charged with shooting and killing another woman in Ogden earlier this month. Ana Maria Zaragoza, 37, has been charged with murder, possession of a dangerous weapon by a restricted person, and two charges of obstruction of justice. All of these charges are felonies. On April 2, the Ogden City Police Department responded to the area of 400 E and 800 N in Ogden after 9 p.m. Witnesses reported , and police observed a single gunshot wound to her chest when they arrived. PREVIOUS COVERAGE: Woman found with gunshot wound in Ogden dies in hospital The woman was taken to the hospital by responders, but would later die from her injuries. According to documents filed today, interviews held with witnesses revealed more information about what might have led up to the shooting. Police say that witnesses reported the victim and Zaragoza arguing in a nearby apartment. They said that both of them left the apartment, and a gunshot was heard shortly after. The two witnesses then saw a silver Nissan Altima that was known to be Zaragoza's leave the scene. On April 13, Zaragoza was arrested by Utah Highway Patrol for driving over 100 mph. She faced several additional charges, including possession of a weapon, possession of a substance with intent to distribute, and not having a valid driver's license. 'I'm not proud of him:' Mother of 7-year-old that drove car from Clearfield to Ogden speaks out Zaragoza was brought in for a police interview after investigators matched her vehicle to the one at the scene. According to documents, during the interview, she confessed that she had shot the victim after she 'made threats towards her.' Zaragoza admitted that she had discarded the pistol she used as well as her phone. She also said that she booked a flight from the Los Angeles International Airport to Mexico. Zaragoza is currently in the Davis County Jail, being held for her arrest by Utah Highway Patrol. Denver Broncos' confidence is high after the NFL Draft We Win Injury Law: Fighting for Utah families when it matters most Woman charged with shooting, killing Ogden woman after argument Juveniles accused of setting fire in abandoned home in West Valley, investigation underway Intermountain Health offers easier, faster, and more affordable in-office hand procedures Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
17-04-2025
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152 dogs rescued from "extremely poor" conditions at Utah home
More than 150 dogs were found living in "extremely poor and overcrowded conditions" in a home in Utah on Tuesday, police said. Animal services officers went to the house in Ogden, about 37 miles north of Salt Lake City, after receiving reports of possible animal neglect, the Ogden City Police Department said. The officers found 152 dogs, which were removed from the property "and are currently receiving veterinary care, evaluations and shelter support," police said. Weber County Animal Services, an animal shelter, confirmed in a Facebook post that it's helping provide accommodations for the dogs. "The animals are currently at the Weber County Animal Shelter in kennels in spare rooms, separate from the other animals in our care to prevent the spread of possible diseases," the post reads. "We are currently working with rescue groups and partners at other animal shelters to provide medical care and possible relocation for these animals." Neighbors told Salt Lake City CBS affiliate KUTV they were shocked by the discovery of the dogs. "I would think I would hear that many dogs barking, but I haven't heard anything," one woman who lives nearby, Kelsey Bell, said. "How did anybody else not know about that with all the dogs barking? It's not a big house," said another woman, Angela Allen, who lives down the street. "It's like, how did the dogs go to the bathroom? And what were they doing with the dogs?" The investigation was ongoing. Sneak peek: The Detective's Wife White House responds to judge who found cause to hold Trump administration in contempt Biden slams current administration without naming Trump in first public speech since leaving office
Yahoo
17-04-2025
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Suspect arrested in Washington linked to two decades-old Ogden sexual assault cases
OGDEN, Utah () — A suspect arrested in Washington State has been linked to two Ogden sexual assaults that have been cold for nearly 30 years. Jerald Leroy McAdams, 68, was found thanks to recent DNA advancements, according to the Ogden City Police Department. He now faces felony aggravated kidnapping and rape charges in two separate cases in the Beehive State. According to Ogden Police, McAdams has been linked to two sexual assaults – one that took place in 1994 and a second that took place just three years later in 1997. In the first case, investigators say a 16-year-old victim was offered a ride by an unknown male on Dec. 13, 1994, near 26th Street and Eccles Avenue. The suspect was described as a white male in his mid-thirties with shoulder-length reddish-brown hair and a full beard. The suspect reportedly took the girl, drove her to a secluded location and sexually assaulted her against her will. A second victim reported being kidnapped and sexually assaulted in September 1997. The suspect reportedly offered the girl money to help find an address in Ogden. When she got into his car, the suspect drove her to a secluded area and assaulted her. Ogden investigators said the second victim was later able to identify the suspect as McAdams, but due to a procedural issue, the charges were eventually dismissed without prejudice. In September 2023, nearly 30 years later, the Utah Bureau of Forensic Services notified the Ogden Police Department that DNA evidence from the 1994 assault returned a match in the Combined DNA Index System (CODIS) database. The match allegedly identified Jerald Leroy McAdams as a suspect in the sexual assault. 'Further investigation revealed that McAdams had a history of similar offenses, including a 1999 conviction for kidnapping and sexual assault in Centralia, Washington, where he was sentenced to prison,' Ogden PD said in a media release. 'His DNA was entered into the national database during his incarceration, leading to the recent match.' In April 2025, detectives worked with the Weber County Attorney's Office to secure an arrest warrant for McAdams, who was living in Washington State. Ogden detectives then traveled to Washington and, with the help of the Lewis County Sheriff's Office, safely apprehended McAdams. McAdams is currently booked into the Lewis County Jail in Washington and is awaiting extradition to Utah to face charges connected to the 1994 and 1997 cases. With the case reopened, the Ogden City Police Investigations Bureau is looking for anyone who may have reported incidents in the past allegedly involving McAdams or have any information about his time in Weber County from 1991 to 1998. 'We urge anyone with information about McAdams or other potential victims to come forward,' Ogden police said. Tips can be provided by contacting the Ogden Police Department Investigations Bureau at 801-629-8228 or by email at . Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
CBS News
17-04-2025
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152 dogs rescued from "extremely poor" conditions at Utah home
More than 150 dogs were found living in "extremely poor and overcrowded conditions" in a home in Utah on Tuesday, police said. Animal services officers went to the house in Ogden, about 37 miles north of Salt Lake City, after receiving reports of possible animal neglect, the Ogden City Police Department said. The officers found 152 dogs, which were removed from the property "and are currently receiving veterinary care, evaluations and shelter support," police said. Weber County Animal Services , an animal shelter, confirmed in a Facebook post that it's helping provide accommodations for the dogs. "The animals are currently at the Weber County Animal Shelter in kennels in spare rooms, separate from the other animals in our care to prevent the spread of possible diseases," the post reads. "We are currently working with rescue groups and partners at other animal shelters to provide medical care and possible relocation for these animals." Neighbors told Salt Lake City CBS affiliate KUTV they were shocked by the discovery of the dogs. "I would think I would hear that many dogs barking, but I haven't heard anything," one woman who lives nearby, Kelsey Bell, said. "How did anybody else not know about that with all the dogs barking? It's not a big house," said another woman, Angela Allen, who lives down the street. "It's like, how did the dogs go to the bathroom? And what were they doing with the dogs?" The investigation was ongoing.
