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Hindustan Times
4 days ago
- Hindustan Times
New York man charged with animal cruelty after 48 dogs found in cramped apartment
In a deeply disturbing case of alleged animal hoarding, a man in Queens, New York City, has been charged with nearly 100 counts of animal cruelty after 48 Belgian Malinois dogs were found living in harrowing conditions inside a one-bedroom apartment, according to a report by People. (Also read: Indian-origin girl's Maggi noodles lunch in NYC school video wins hearts online: 'Just adorable') According to officials, the flat in Forest Hills resembled a nightmarish scene, with the floor slick with faeces and the air so saturated with ammonia that rescuers struggled to breathe. The malnourished dogs were reportedly crammed into closets, cabinets, cages, and even kitchen drawers—barely surviving in the squalor. Authorities say the discovery was made on 8 May when members of the NYPD, ASPCA, and the city's Animal Care Centers responded to a seventh-floor apartment following the eviction of the tenant, identified as 37-year-old Isaac Yadgarov. "The defendant is accused of keeping dozens of dogs in unsanitary and deplorable conditions, unable to move freely and surrounded by filth," said Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz in a statement. "Animals are voiceless and vulnerable and deserve to be treated with basic care and decency." The scene inside the apartment was described as a case of hoarding "beyond comprehension." Tragically, three of the dogs were found to be in such poor health that they had to be euthanised. The remaining dogs are now in the custody of local animal shelters, receiving medical care and proper nutrition. Yadgarov turned himself in on 13 May and has since been arraigned on 96 misdemeanour charges, including animal neglect and failure to provide proper sustenance. The People report states that he had allegedly told authorities he intended to surrender the dogs voluntarily but vanished after his eviction. (Also read: Saree pride takes over NYC streets: 'Desi aunties' react to woman's Indian attire) If found guilty, Yadgarov could face up to one year in jail. Rescuers say that while the dogs' physical and emotional recovery will take time, they are now safe. 'They've suffered so much,' said one official in an ASPCA statement. 'But at least they're safe now.'
NDTV
5 days ago
- NDTV
48 Dogs Found Cramped In One-Bedroom New York Apartment, Owner Arrested
A man in the US has been charged with keeping 48 Belgian Malinois dogs in a cramped one-bedroom apartment in Queens, New York City. The canines were rescued from the flat where they had been living in squalid, inhumane conditions without access to sunlight or outdoor space, reported People. Isaak Yadgarov, 37, has been taken into custody by NYPD Animal Cruelty Squad detectives and charged with 96 misdemeanour charges for animal neglect and failure to provide proper sustenance, according to a statement from Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz. The incident came to light on May 8 when the NYPD and NYC's Animal Care Centers responded to a seventh-floor apartment after Yadgarov was evicted. Responders reportedly discovered a hoarding scenario "beyond comprehension," with dogs jammed into kitchen drawers, closets, and cages. The dogs, from puppies to mature adults, were found to be extremely frightened and undersocialised when discovered. Rescuers worked for two days to securely find, remove, and transfer the canines to care facilities, reports suggest. According to the statement, three of the dogs were so sick that they had to be put down. The others are in the care of nearby shelters where they are fed and given medical attention. "The defendant is accused of keeping dozens of dogs in unsanitary and deplorable conditions, unable to move freely and surrounded by filth. Animals are voiceless and vulnerable and deserve to be treated with basic care and decency," Ms Katz said. Yadgarov allegedly told investigators that he intended to willingly surrender the dogs, but disappeared after the eviction. If found guilty, he faces up to a year behind bars. "This rescue operation is a stark reminder of the need to address and prevent animal cruelty in New York City," said ASPCA President and CEO Matt Bershadker. He added, "These Belgian Malinois mixes, who represent only a fraction of the animal lives saved through our partnership with the NYPD, are finally receiving the love and care they deserve. We look forward to witnessing their journey to new homes where they will be free to experience life as a beloved pet, likely for the first time."
Yahoo
6 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
NYPD Finds 48 Dogs Living in Squalor in 1-Bedroom Apartment: 'Surrounded by Filth'
48 Belgian Malinois dogs were allegedly found crammed into a one-bedroom Queens apartment, according to the borough's district attorney Rescuers say the animals were crammed into closets, cages and cabinets with feces covering the floors The former tenant, whose alleged animal hoarding was discovered upon his eviction, now faces 96 counts of animal cruelty and up to a year behind barsThe floor was allegedly slick with feces, the air so thick with ammonia rescuers struggled to breathe. And tucked into closets, cabinets and every corner of a Forest Hills apartment were 48 Belgian Malinois dogs — malnourished, matted and barely surviving. Now, their alleged keeper is facing nearly 100 counts of animal cruelty. Isaac Yadgarov, 37, turned himself in on May 13 and was arraigned on 96 misdemeanor charges for animal neglect and failure to provide proper sustenance, according to a statement from Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz. Officials say the horror was uncovered on May 8, when the NYPD, ASPCA and NYC's Animal Care Centers responded to a seventh-floor apartment after Yadgarov was evicted. Inside, responders allegedly found a hoarding scene "beyond comprehension," with dogs crammed into closets, cages and even kitchen drawers. Want to keep up with the latest crime coverage? Sign up for for breaking crime news, ongoing trial coverage and details of intriguing unsolved cases. Three of the dogs were so ill they had to be euthanized, per the remainder are in the care of local shelters receiving medical treatment and food."The defendant is accused of keeping dozens of dogs in unsanitary and deplorable conditions, unable to move freely and surrounded by filth," Katz said. "Animals are voiceless and vulnerable and deserve to be treated with basic care and decency." Yadgarov allegedly told investigators he was planning to surrender the dogs voluntarily, but after his eviction, he disappeared. If convicted, he faces up to a year behind bars. For now, rescuers say the dogs are beginning their long road to recovery. "They've suffered so much," one official said, per an ASPCA statement. "But at least they're safe now." Read the original article on People
Yahoo
02-06-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Man accused of hoarding 48 dogs in dirty Queens apartment: DA
FOREST HILLS, Queens (PIX11) — A Queens man is accused of hoarding dozens of dogs in a filthy, cramped apartment, three of which were too sick to be saved, authorities said. Isaac Yadgarov, 37, was arraigned Monday on animal neglect and abuse charges for allegedly keeping 48 Belgian Malinois in his one-bedroom apartment on 62nd Road in Forest Hills, according to prosecutors. More Local News On May 8, officials allegedly found the animals living in a tiny apartment filled with feces, urine, and debris. The dogs were unable to move around in the small space. After the rescue, three dogs were euthanized, and the others were taken to the ASPCA and Animal Care Centers of NYC for medical treatment and eventual adoption, according to court records. Yadgarov had allegedly agreed to surrender the dogs the day before the rescue and was not in the apartment because he had been evicted, prosecutors said. He surrendered to police about a week later. Yadgarov was charged with 48 counts of overloading, overdriving, torturing animals, and 48 counts of failure to provide adequate food, water, shelter, authorities said. 'Sadly, it is not uncommon to see large-scale cruelty and hoarding cases in New York City, with too many animals living in crowded, unsanitary, and unsustainable conditions,' said Ellen Curtis, chief programs officer at Animal Care Centers of NYC. Yadgarov is due back in court on Aug. 5 and faces up to a year in jail if convicted, prosecutors said. His attorney could not be reached Monday. Mira Wassef is a digital reporter who has covered news and sports in the NYC area for more than a decade. She has been with PIX11 News for two years. See more of her work here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Newsweek
16-05-2025
- Newsweek
Horror As 48 Dogs Found Crammed in NYC Apartment: 'Some Hidden in Closets'
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. In what officials are calling one of the most-shocking cases of animal neglect in recent memory, 48 Belgian Malinois and German shepherd mix dogs were rescued from a severely overcrowded apartment in Queens, New York City. The animals had been living in squalid, inhumane conditions without access to sunlight or outdoor space. Detectives from the NYPD Animal Cruelty Squad have arrested 37-year-old Isaak Yadgarov, charging him with 48 counts of animal cruelty and 48 counts of neglecting an impounded animal. Police say Yadgarov did not live in the apartment but had a listed address in Fresh Meadows, about four miles away. Animal Care Centers of NYC (ACC) and the ASPCA responded to the disturbing scene around 11:30 a.m. last Thursday; they found dogs crammed into every corner of the seventh-floor apartment, including closets and kitchen cabinets, and behind furniture. "It is one of the most-disturbing animal-welfare cases that we have ever encountered," ACC said in a viral video on TikTok. "These dogs were found living in a filthy, cramped Queens apartment with no access to the outdoors, no fresh air or sunlight, and no place but their tiny, cramped quarters to go to the bathroom." Rescuers help the 48 dogs found in the filthy NYC apartment. Rescuers help the 48 dogs found in the filthy NYC apartment. @nycacc/TikTok "These dogs have reportedly lived in total confinement for their entire lives," said Tara Mercado, ACC's director of behavior and shelter operations. "We found full-grown Malinois hidden in cabinets and crammed behind furniture." The animals—ranging from young puppies to full-grown adults—were severely undersocialized and fearful when discovered. Rescuers worked for two days to safely locate, remove, and transport the dogs to care facilities. "They received immediate medical care and grooming, probably for the first time in their lives," said ACC. "Even walking was hard for them, as they had likely never had so much room to move." Shelter Animals Count says approximately 250,000 animals are estimated to be victims of animal hoarding each year in the United States, with dogs being one of the most commonly hoarded species alongside cats The rescue was made possible through a collaborative effort between ACC, the ASPCA, and more than 10 specialized rescue partners. Most of the dogs have now been placed in temporary foster or rescue situations. "Their journey is just beginning as they slowly adjust to the world they've never known," ACC said. "But they're safe and starting to heal because of extraordinary teamwork and community support." Yadgarov had been the subject of complaints for nearly two years, neighbors and rescue organizations said. The operation moved forward only after the property's landlord initiated eviction proceedings. Yadgarov was issued a desk appearance ticket and is scheduled to appear in Queens Criminal Court on June 2. The ACC shared the story on TikTok where the video has over 1.2 million views. In the clip, they urged people to continue to adopt as shelters in New York City continue to struggle with capacity issues. Adoption fees for all large dogs have been waived through the end of May. "Please consider adopting and help us give more dogs the second chance that they deserve," the ACC said. Newsweek reached out to the NYPD Animal Cruelty Squad via email for comment.
