Mariposa County Man Faces Felony Charges for Alleged Animal Neglect
Originally published 7-28-23 via Facebook
by the Mariposa County Sheriff’s Office:
“Yesterday Sheriff Deputies arrested 25 year old Malik Nickelberry on felony charges of animal neglect, PC 597 and child endangerment, PC 273(A).
Animal Control Officers seized multiple malnourished and neglected dogs from the residence including several puppies. Many of the animals weighed less than half what a healthy weight should be.
The dog and puppies were seized by Animal Control Officers where they are expected to make a full recovery.
The Sheriff’s Office is partnering with Friends of the Animal Community (FOAC) to help with an extensive rehabilitation and health and recovery. We will keep you updated on their progress.
‘I’d like to thank the dedication and proactive work by Animal Control and Sheriff Deputies involved, their investigative interventions saved these K9 lives. Pets are exceptionally loyal to us and depend on us, if you want to be a pet owner, be loyal to them.’ Sheriff Jeremy Briese”
NOTE: The link provided below redirects to the original Sheriff’s Office press release, which includes several photos of the dogs. The photos are disturbing, and viewer discretion is advised.
