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Animal cruelty alleged in animal fighting investigation in Luzerne County

Animal cruelty charges in alleged dog fighting case in Luzerne County
Animal cruelty charges in alleged dog fighting case in Luzerne County
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28 dogs have been seized in animal cruelty, fighting investigation in Luzerne County. According to state police, while executing a search warrant at a home in West Hazleton, investigators found 28 dogs and evidence of animal fighting. Authorities removed the animals from the home with the help of Griffin Pond Animal Shelter, and they are now being cared for by the ASPCA. Officials say one person was taken into custody on other criminal charges but have not yet released their identity.

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