Woman faces 257 charges of animal neglect

Woman faces 257 charges of animal neglect

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Story Published: Nov 14, 2006 at 3:03 PM PST

Story Updated: Apr 12, 2007 at 9:36 AM PST

By KATU Web Staff

HILLSBORO, Ore. - A 44-year-old Hillsboro woman faces 257 animal neglect charges in connection with the discovery of over 200 dead and dying rabbits in her home.

Miriam Sakewitz's home on Northeast Kathryn Street was raided last month and nearly all of the rabbits found alive there were either sick or dying.  Over 100 dead rabbits were found in her garage, their bodies stored in freezers.

Sakewitz is now charged with 92 counts of Animal Neglect 1 and 165 counts of Animal Neglect 2.  She remains free on her own recognizance and her case has been sent to the Washington County District Attorney's Office.

The rabbits are currently in the custody of Hillsboro police and are doing well with the help of volunteers.  Hillsboro AG West Supply is helping with food and other supplies.

 

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