BOSSIER PARISH, La. (KTAL/KMSS) — Authorities arrested an individual for 13 counts of animal cruelty who was living in “appalling conditions.”
On Friday, May 23, the Haughton Police Department investigated a welfare concern initially reported by a resident regarding animals living inside the home. However, upon arrival, officers reported detecting a “horrendous smell” and observed dogs in cages stacked on top of each other, visible from outside through the windows.
Haughton Police say they were denied entry and had to obtain a search warrant for the residence and the property. Once inside the residence, they recovered 13 dogs that were living in appalling conditions.
Officers arrested the resident, Michele Massara, on 13 counts of animal cruelty, who is currently being held on a $460,000 bond at the Bossier Maximum Facility.
Due to the Bossier Parish animal control not having room for the dogs, we contacted the Webster Parish Sheriff’s Office, asking them for assistance from their animal control. Sheriff Parker and his team were essential in assisting us in gathering, housing, and caring for all the dogs over the weekend.
‘As of today, May 27th, the dogs are visiting a vet for care and then headed to LAMA Animal Rescue for love and care.’
According to Haughton Police Department’s post, ‘Chief Gibson would like to send a special thanks to Sheriff Jason Parker, Deputy David Dick and the Webster Parish Sheriff’s Office, LAMA Animal Rescue, Bossier Parish animal control for assisting with the case, and our officers for having to trench through the horrible conditions.’
They note that if anyone is interested in caring for these dogs, donations of Purina One Dog Food, cleaning supplies, bleach, towels, detergent, or monetary donations can be dropped off at the Haughton Police Department.
Haughton police say they are working closely with LAMA Animal Rescue in this case, which is still under investigation.
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