Animal Welfare Act arrests 830/2024

FOI Reference: 830/2024

Request:

Under the Freedom of Information Act, I would like to request the following information:

For the years 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024 (up to the present day), I request data on arrests made under or in relation to The Animal Welfare Act. Specifically, I am seeking the following details:

• Total Number of Arrests: The total number of arrests made under or related to The Animal Welfare Act for each of the specified years.
• Animal Involved: Please specify the type of animal(s) involved in each incident (e.g., dog, cat, horse, farm animals, etc.).
• Type of Crime Committed: A detailed description of the crime committed in each case (e.g., neglect, mutilation, poisoning, illegal sale, theft, etc.).
• Geographical Location: If possible, please provide the geographical location (e.g., city, county, or police jurisdiction) where the arrest was made.
• Outcome of the Arrest: Please specify the outcome of the arrest, if available (e.g., charges filed, conviction, acquittal, ongoing investigation, etc.).

Additional Notes: Any other relevant information or context regarding the arrests, such as notable cases, if available.                                    

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Response to Q1- Q4

Nil

Response to Q5

N/a

(This is a response under the Freedom of Information Act 2000 and disclosed on 05/09/2024)