Victory! 3 Men in Florida Charged for Heinous Shark Dragging Video

Amazing news! Speaking up for animals actually works!

Remember the disturbing viral video from earlier this year that showed a shark being dragged behind a high-speed boat? In the video, the abusers can clearly be heard laughing and pointing as the innocent animal struggles and flails while being slammed against the water

Animal lovers worldwide were left in shock and immediately asked the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) to investigate. And your pleas were heard!

After a four-month-long investigation into the video, as well as the other heinous images posted on social media, the FWC has now announced charges! According to WFLA, the FWC has confirmed numerous criminal violations, resulting in felony and misdemeanor charges. All three men have been charged and turned themselves into police just this week.

Thanks to thousands of compassionate people who voiced their concerns, the FWC opened up an investigation that led to criminal charges! If you are as happy as we are about this great victory for animals, please share this positive story with your friends and family!

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