Mesquite, Nevada – Two people are facing multiple animal cruelty charges following the discovery of dozens of dogs living in an RV. According to the Mesquite Police, a good Samaritan noticed a parked RV with a large number of dogs at a Walmart parking lot.
An investigation led to the arrest of Giustino Laudana and Michaelle Santos. Laudana had been issued citations in the past and was evicted from his home in April. Sgt. Stout said:
“He loaded all of his dogs up, and we didn’t know how many there were at that time, loaded the dogs up into the RV, and told us, told our animal control at that time, that he was going to a different state that allowed him to possess the dogs.”
On May 15, 77 dogs were seized from the RV and days later, another 33 dogs were found. A total of 114 dogs were ultimately taken to the local animal shelter.
The community has shown a tremendous amount of support for the Mesquite Animal Shelter, which is caring for the rescued dogs.
The pair are facing multiple charges and more could be forthcoming as the investigation continues.
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