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North Carolina Police are still looking for Richard A. Walter who faces 8 counts of animal cruelty. See previous story. Walter was convicted of second degree murder in 1995 and spent 12 years in prison. Walter has several aliases including Beryl Jernigan and Richard Allen Jernigan.
Richard A. Walter is wanted by Cumberland County police for 8 counts of animal cruelty. Walter left his home last January and never returned leaving 8 dogs to starve. Six of the dogs died. A cocker spaniel and pit bull mix were the only survivors. Walter had no excuse when police questioned him by phone.
Walter’s description: 51 year-old white male, 6 foot tall, 180-200 pounds, blue eyes, graying brown hair. Call Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office at 910-323-1500.
How would you feel if you knew a laboratory used by the makers of Frontline was shut down because of abuse? That’s exactly what happened. Professional Laboratory and Research Services (PLRS) located in North Carolina was shut down after video of workers abusing animals became public. Bayer (advantix), Merial (Frontline), Sergeant’s and other companies used this lab to test their products. A black cocker spaniel named Sammy was among the 200 rescued from PLRS. Wake County’s ASPCA is providing Sammy and others medical care. They can tell he’s been traumatized as he cowers in fear from them.
Contact the SPCA of Wake County if you are interested in Sammy or the others.
Edit: The Triangle Beagle Rescue of NC also took 35 beagles which are available for adoption.
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