CONVICTED (2021) | Gemma Plested, born 3 October 1984, of Old Lane, Bloxwich, Walsall – failed to stop her dog from eating cocaine.
Plested was responsible for a female American bulldog named Tate in January 2021 when RSPCA investigators became concerned about the dog’s welfare.
A warrant was issued for Plested’s arrest and she was taken into custody on suspicion of animal welfare offences.
In court, Plested pleaded guilty to not taking the necessary steps to ensure Tate was protected from pain and suffering, specifically failing to prevent her from ingesting cocaine.
The incident happened in Birmingham on January 14, 2021.
Plested also admitted another of failing to ensure Tate had adequate care and supervision between January 10 and January 15, 2021.
Sentencing: community order; total of £745 in fines and costs. Disqualified from keeping any pet for a period of 10 years but may appeal after five years.
This person is Not Capable of looking after anything. Full Stop.