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29-05-2025
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Emaciated Dog 'Days From Death' Found Left in New York Apartment to Starve
On May 16, authorities in Clark Mills, N.Y., rescued a starving pit bull mix they found abandoned in an empty residence Rescuers took Rhett the dog to a veterinary hospital, where he received a blood transfusion and treatment for anemia The Oneida County Sheriff's Office has charged an individual with aggravated cruelty to animals in connection with Rhett's caseRhett, the pit bull mix, is fighting for another chance at May 16, the Kirkland Police Department and local animal control from Clark Mills, N.Y., discovered Rhett starving and emaciated alone in an apartment, seemingly abandoned to die. "Rhett was extremely emaciated, weak, and unable to get up on his own; therefore, he was transported to a local vet," the Oneida County Sheriff's Office, which took over the investigation into Rhett's case from the Kirkland Police Department, shared in a Facebook post. According to WKTV, Clinton Pet Vet provided life-saving care to Rhett after authorities pulled the dog from the abandoned apartment. To survive the neglect he has endured, Rhett, who also spent time at Upstate Veterinary Specialties, has received an emergency blood transfusion and treatment for starvation, anemia, and fleas so far. Rhett's rescuers said that the dog was likely "days from death" without any intervention, so the canine is not out of the woods yet. Kindred Spirits Greyhound Adoption Inc. is overseeing Rhett's continued recovery and started a GoFundMe page to cover the dog's mounting medical expenses. "His owners had moved and left him locked in their apartment to fend for himself. No one knows how long he'd been there, but we were told he was probably days from death. Anger and sadness permeated our practice. To see pictures of him is startling, but to see him in real life is absolutely shocking," the fundraiser page shared about Rhett's condition. The page added that after a few touch-and-go moments, Rhett moved out of the veterinary hospital and into a foster home, where he "continues to slowly improve." As of May 29, the GoFundMe has reached its $6,000 goal. In an update, Kindred Spirits thanked everyone for their donations. The rescue shared that Rhett "continues to move in the right direction" and is currently on a prescription diet and physical therapy plan to help him regain weight, strength, and mobility. Rhett has also found justice on his road to recovery. On May 28, the Onedia County Sheriff's Office announced that it "determined Lindsay Meelan (36) of Clark Mills was responsible for Rhett's condition." In response, investigators took Meelan into custody. Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. "Meelan was charged with Aggravated Cruelty to Animals, a felony, Torture/Injure/Not Feed Animals, a misdemeanor, and a Violation of Dog Control Procedures, a violation. Meelan was released with appearance tickets and is due back in Kirkland Town Court on June 17th, 2025, at 5:30 PM," the sheriff's office added. Read the original article on People
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14-04-2025
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Oneida Co. Sheriff faces arson charges after Kellogg Ave. fire
UTICA, NY (WUTR/WFXV/WPNY) — An Oneida County Sheriff's Deputy is facing arson charges after allegedly setting a fire at a home while on duty in West Utica. The Utica Fire Department was called to the Kellogg Avenue fire at approximately 4:30 am on Wednesday, April 9. Upon their arrival, smoke was visible from the two-story home. According to firefighters, the owner was able to knock down some of the fire with two extinguishers available to them before their arrival. An initial investigation found that the fire started at the rear of the building and was confined to the rear of the building. The fire required an extensive overhaul in the rear of the building to extinguish hot spots throughout the building. Utica firefighters reported no injuries at the scene. The Daily Sentinel reported that the fire was ruled an arson by Utica Police later Wednesday morning. Police also named Oneida County Sheriff's Deputy Aaron Alshaman as a potential suspect. The Sentinel also reported that on Friday, April 11, the Oneida County Sheriff's Office filed an application for a Temporary Extreme Risk Protection Order against Alshaman. The order sought to relieve him of any firearms he owned because he allegedly posed a risk to himself or others. The application also stated that during the fire on April 9, Alshaman was on duty as a sheriff's deputy and that an Automated Vehicle Location system showed that he was near the scene of the fire. According to the application, Alshaman was also in an 'intimate relationship' with one of the residents at the time of the fire. 'After an investigation into the cause of the fire, it was determined that it was arson At this time, the respondent is believed to be the person that started the fire based on strong physical evidence… This behavior is uncharacteristic for the respondent and calls into question his mental state. It is believed that the respondent, due to his uncertain mental health, should not be allowed to possess or purchase any firearms at this time.' — Quoted from the Oneida County Sheriff's Office's application for a Temporary Extreme Risk Protection Order against Deputy Aaron Alshaman. The protection order has since been granted, and Alshaman has been placed on leave by the Oneida County Sheriff's Office. A hearing is scheduled for Wednesday, April 16. The fire — and the alleged arson — remain under investigation. This is an ongoing investigation. We will provide more information as it becomes available to us. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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05-04-2025
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Inmate charged after assaulting Oneida County Correction Officer
TOWN OF WHITESTOWN, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — An Oneida County Correctional Facility inmate was charged with assault after attacking a correction officer. According to the Oneida County Sheriff's Office, during morning meal service on April 1st, a correction officer was trying to serve an inmate breakfast when the inmate kicked his cell door open. The door hit the correction officer, and the inmate then attacked the officer, hitting him multiple times in the head. The officer was taken to Oneida Hospital, where he was diagnosed with a closed head injury. The inmate, 24-year-old Ethan Adsit from Lee Center, was arrested and charged with assault, the Oneida County Sheriff's Office said. How to get rid of stink bugs Strong, Fudd help UConn blow out UCLA 85-51 in Final Four as Bueckers moves 1 win from elusive title Social Security 2025: Who will receive payments April 9? Inmate charged after assaulting Oneida County Correction Officer Market 32/ Price Chopper hosts drive to support food pantries Adsit remains in the Oneida County Correctional Facility awaiting Centralized Arraignment. The investigation into the assault was handled by the Oneida County Sheriff's Criminal Investigative Unit. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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04-04-2025
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Person in northern Wisconsin admits to starting RV on fire to ‘get rid' of it
PINE LAKE, Wis. (WFRV) – A person in northern Wisconsin allegedly admitted to responding firefighters that they set an RV on fire to 'get rid' of it. A Facebook post from the Pine Lake Fire Rescue states that crews responded to an RV fire just before 8 p.m. on Thursday at a residence on County C. Boat capsizes on Wisconsin River, search for two missing boaters continues When crews arrived, the RV was fully engulfed in flames. Firefighters were at the scene for roughly an hour. It was noted in the release that the person at the residence allegedly admitted to starting the fire as a means to 'get rid of' it. California man identified as source of threat to Wisconsin non-profit, charges possible The scene was then turned over to the Oneida County Sheriff's Office and the Wisconsin DNR. No additional information was provided. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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26-03-2025
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Oneida County Sheriffs searching for fugitive
ONEIDA COUNTY, NY (WUTR/WFXV/WPNY) — The Oneida County Sheriffs are asking for the public's help in finding a fugitive in a domestic violence case. Joseph Mendoza is wanted by sheriffs on several charges stemming from two different arrests this year and last year. In December of 2024, Sheriffs responded to a call for a domestic incident. Deputies attempted to apprehend Mendoza on charges from that incident. When police approached him, Mendoza led them on several chases. During one attempt to apprehend Mendoza, he nearly struck an Oneida County Sheriff with his vehicle. In January, Sheriffs responded to a mental hygiene law complaint on claims that Mendoza was making suicidal statements to a family member. After several efforts to locate Mendoza, he was ultimately located and apprehended by several sheriffs. While they were attempting to take Mendoza into custody, he failed to comply with Sheriffs' commands. Eventually a stun gun was deployed, and Mendoza was taken into custody without further incident. Mendoza had been released on his own recognizance after arraignment. He was initially charged with: first-degree Criminal Contempt, a Class E Felony, second-degree Criminal Contempt, a Class A Misdemeanor, second-degree Aggravated Harassment, a Class A Misdemeanor, fourth-degree Stalking, a Class B Misdemeanor, second-degree Harassment, a Violation, and an Aggravated Family Offense, a Class E Felony. Sheriffs say that on Wednesday, March 26, Mendoza violated an order of protection during a physical domestic incident. According to sheriffs, Mendoza fled from the scene in a gray Subaru Forester toward the City of Rome. Sheriffs are saying that the license plate number on the Subaru is LRH-7732, as shown in the above picture. If you see him, do not approach him and call the Oneida County Sheriff's Office at 315-736-0141 if you have any information. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
