Quincy man sentenced for animal cruelty, sets raccoon on fire

In separate incidents of animal cruelty in Massachusetts, two men have faced serious charges. Arthur Mainor, 58, was charged after returning a severely injured Husky named Lotto to a Boston shelter; the dog had a belt and a rusty chain embedded in his neck, leading to serious infections. Meanwhile, Andrew Chieu, 64, was sentenced to six months in jail after pleading guilty to burning a raccoon by placing a caged animal over a fire, resulting in its death two weeks later from severe burns. Both cases have drawn significant attention, highlighting the need for accountability in animal welfare. Officials expressed outrage over the cruelty displayed, emphasizing the emotional impact such violence has on witnesses and the community. The legal outcomes reflect a growing recognition of the seriousness of animal abuse.