AKRON — Officers rescued over 100 animals from a possible animal hoarding situation in Akron.
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Officers were called to the address on Dec. 15.
When they arrived they saw hundreds of animals in “deplorable conditions,” according to the Akron Police Department.
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Officers rescued:
- 116 chickens
- 4 turkeys
- 4 ducks
- 7 pigeons
- 36 rabbits
- 2 guinea pigs
- 5 goats (now 6 after one gave birth after being rescued)
Many animals were also found dead of starvation or from being out in freezing temperatures.
All animals have rescued been re-homed or placed in other sanctuaries, according to FOCUS Rescue & Rehabilitation.
Police have not said if anyone is facing charges in connection to the neglect.
We will continue to follow this story.
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