WEST HAZLETON, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — State police stated they seized 28 dogs from a home in Luzerne County where alleged animal fighting was happening.
Pennsylvania State Police say on Thursday, March 6, troopers discovered 28 dogs after an animal cruelty and dog fighting investigation.
A search warrant was issued at a residence in West Hazleton where inside troopers said they found dogs, along with numerous items of animal fighting.
19 dogs were found in crates inside while eight were discovered inside a backyard shed, and only one dog was loose. Griffin Pond Animal Shelter temporarily cared for the dogs until they were placed in the car of the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals.
The person inside the home at the time of the search warrant was taken to the Luzerne County Correctional Facility on other charges.
The investigation is ongoing. 28/22 News will update you with the latest as it is released.
