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SLED Rescues 20 Dogs From Inhumane Conditions
Thursday, Jan 22, 2026
SLED’s Dogfighting Unit worked with local law enforcement and community partners to rescue 20 dogs during three separate operations during the first three weeks of January.
The rescues are in connection to the arrests of three Chester County residents and two York County residents. Charges include Ill Treatment of Animals, Animal Fighting or Baiting, and Criminal Conspiracy, among others. SLED’s investigations are active and ongoing.
More information on the cases can be found in recent SLED news releases published here: https://www.sled.sc.gov/news
If you have information about dogfighting in South Carolina, submit a tip to SLED by emailing tips@sled.sc.gov and/or calling (866) 472-8477.
