Four People Charged After 225 Animals Were Found in Two South Carolina Homes

In Spartanburg County, South Carolina officials recently witnessed the rescue of 225 animals from two separate properties. The Spartanburg County Environmental Enforcement Department spearheaded the operation, which uncovered appalling conditions and led to charges against four individuals.

The investigation began on April 16 when authorities executed a search warrant at a residence on Brockman McClimon Road. Inside, officers found numerous dogs confined in filthy kennels, surrounded by feces, and deprived of clean water. Shockingly, some animals exhibited signs of neglect, with matted fur and untreated wounds. Among them was a red and white Pomeranian in dire condition, prompting immediate veterinary attention. In total, 80 animals, including dogs, pigs, donkeys, goats, and sheep, were rescued from the property.

The rescue operation didn’t end there. Following leads, officers descended upon another location on Thompson Road in Pacolet, where they uncovered a breeding operation. Patricia Mildean Johns and Wayne Edward Johns were allegedly running this operation, which housed a staggering 135 dogs and 10 cats in similarly deplorable conditions.

As a result of these distressing discoveries, charges were filed against Tonji Lavonne Meredith and John Richard Waldrop for animal cruelty and county code violations. Patricia and Wayne Johns also faced charges related to animal cruelty and were issued summonses under local animal control ordinances.

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