Multiple Arrests in Animal Cruelty Cases

In a series of animal cruelty cases, Karmen Schooly faces felony charges in Oakland County after authorities removed 29 dogs and eight cats from her home, citing neglectful conditions. Meanwhile, Penny Berk, founder of Rescue Right in New York, has been arrested for a second time, accumulating a total of seven counts of animal cruelty after two dogs were euthanized due to untreated distemper. Additionally, former McNairy County Deputy Connor Brackin is charged with shooting seven dogs while responding to a welfare check, facing multiple counts of aggravated cruelty. In St. Landry Parish, two former animal control officers have been arrested for misuse of gas cards, highlighting systemic issues within local animal care operations. Lastly, Jeff Marks Jr. now faces 25 charges related to animal cruelty, stemming from prior dog fighting allegations. These incidents reflect ongoing concerns regarding animal welfare and accountability among those responsible for their care.