27 DEAD Horses Discovered – Suspect ARRESTED!

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(DCWatchdog.com) – The shocking discovery of 27 deceased horses on properties in Clements, California, has led to the arrest of Jan Johnson.

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The grim findings reflect a severe case of animal neglect where several horses were found severely malnourished.

The ongoing investigation unveils additional troubling charges against Johnson.

The San Joaquin County Sheriff’s Office executed a search warrant on multiple properties owned by Johnson, leading to the horrific discovery.

The team uncovered numerous horses that had succumbed due to extreme neglect, alongside others battling malnourishment.

Photos reveal the desperate state of the horses, their condition sparking outrage among residents, ABC News reports.

In a heartening twist, 16 surviving horses were transferred to Oakdale Equine Rescue.

There, they are receiving vital care and rehabilitation, thanks to the diligent efforts of animal welfare advocates.

Unfortunately, four horses and a bull were beyond rescue and had to be euthanized due to “extreme conditions due to neglect,” as noted by the sheriff’s office.

Jan Johnson, 62, owned the farms where the malnourished and deceased animals were found.

Despite these charges, the enormity of her neglect remains staggering.

Apart from animal cruelty, Johnson faces charges of threatening a public official, making criminal threats, and possessing a short-barrel shotgun.

This incident has cast a spotlight on the effectiveness of local animal welfare regulations and the need for vigilant oversight to prevent future tragedies.

Johnson’s court arraignment is scheduled for Friday, where justice may prevail for those who can no longer speak for themselves.

“During the operation, several malnourished horses were discovered on the premises with limited access to any food or water and approximately 27 deceased horses were located,” the police said.

This harrowing tale underscores the critical need for stricter enforcement of animal welfare laws and accountability for those who flout them.

As the investigation continues, residents and animal rights advocates remain vigilant to ensure no more unnecessary suffering occurs in the wake of this tragic event.

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