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Drumchapel, Glasgow: Robert Dyer-Sheppard

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CONVICTED (2023) | Robert Stewart Dyer-Sheppard, born 30 June 1977, previously of Linkwood Crescent, Drumchapel, but now believed to be in the Haghill area of Dennistoun, Glasgow* – moved out of his home, leaving behind eight guinea pigs to starve to death.

Dyer-Sheppard pleaded guilty to causing unnecessary suffering by failing to provide adequate food and water for the eight guinea pigs.

When the guinea pigs were found, seven of them had passed away and the surviving female, named Ollie, was emaciated.

Scottish SPCA chief inspector Jennifer Connolly said, “On 18 April 2022 we received a call to our animal helpline regarding concerns that a number of guinea pigs had been left alone at the address for several days.

“We contacted the local council to gain access and discovered Sheppard had moved out on 8 April 2022. Meanwhile our animal helpline received another call, this time from a council employee who had attended the property to change the locks, and discovered a number of dead guinea pigs on the veranda area.

“We attended and discovered the bodies of six Guinea pigs on the veranda. There was a large amount of guinea pig faeces everywhere. There were two empty bowls and an empty cake tin on the floor. No food or water was present.

“There was a plastic cage sitting on top of a hutch containing a further two guinea pigs which was closed, meaning they had no way to leave the cage. One of the animals inside was dead.

“We immediately removed the surviving guinea pig, named Ollie, to a clean pet carrier.

“Ollie was taken to one of our centres for veterinary treatment where she was found to be underweight, but bright and alert.

“In our care she quickly regained weight and has since found a loving new home where she can get the love and attention she deserves.

“We sought a veterinary opinion on how the other seven guinea pigs died and it is estimated they succumbed to dehydration. It’s estimated it would take somewhere between three and five days for a Guinea pig to die of dehydration or over a week to die of starvation assuming water was available.

“Given the timescales of when Sheppard vacated the property we assume there must have been a supply of food and water left initially. However, these resources would not have been evenly shared between the animals and the weaker animals would have passed away more quickly.

“We are pleased that Sheppard received a ban but, given the level of neglect these animals were subjected to, we would have liked for it to have been for a longer period of time.

“Any reasonable owner would not leave their animals unsupervised like this for such an extended period of time and would ensure that someone trustworthy and reliable was responsible for tending to them.”

Sentencing | 75-day restriction of liberty order. Two year ban on owning animals (expires April 2025).

SSPCA News
Glasgow Times
Clydebank Post

*Update | April 2023

We are advised that Robert Dyer-Sheppard now lives in Aberfeldy Street, Haghill, Dennistoun, Glasgow G31 3NS.

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Knightswood, Glasgow: Chloe Cochrane

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CONVICTED (2023) | Chloe Cochrane, born c. 1999, of Glaive Road, Knightswood, Glasgow G13 – failed to treat her pet cat’s serious and painful eye condition.

Animal abuser Chloe Cochrane from Knightswood, Glasgow
Chloe Cochrane left her cat in severe pain with an obvious eye condition

Cochrane pleaded guilty to failing to provide veterinary treatment for her cat, who was found in pain with severe entropion.

Scottish SPCA inspector Erwin, said, “On 9 October 2020 we attended the property where Miss Cochrane had been staying with her black and white male cat, Max.

Neglected pet Max received the medical treatment he desperately needed while in the care of the SSPCA
Neglected pet Max received the medical treatment he desperately needed while in the care of the SSPCA

“Max was suffering from a condition in his right eye which appeared red, swollen and painful. He was not opening his eye fully, the third eyelid was exposed and there was a brown discharge observed.

“He was taken to our Lanarkshire Animal Rescue and Rehoming Centre so he could receive ongoing care and veterinary treatment.

“On closer inspection, Max was suffering from a severe entropion, where the eyelid rolls inwards causing eyelashes and fur to rub painfully on the surface of the eye, damaging the cornea. Multiple masses were also present in the upper and lower eyelids.

“Max underwent entropion correction surgery to make him more comfortable and prevent any further suffering.

“By failing to seek appropriate veterinary attention for Max’s eye, Cochrane caused him a great deal of unnecessary pain and suffering that could have been avoided with prompt veterinary care.”

Sentencing | community pay back order of 80 hours of unpaid work. Seven-year disqualification order (expires February 2030).

Scottish SPCA News

Dogs

Clydebank, West Dunbartonshire: Colleen Sweeney

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CONVICTED (2023) | Colleen Sweeney, born 14 April 1991, of Middleward Street, Faifley, Clydebank G81 4JZ – left her dog to suffer a litany of untreated ailments for a year.

Clydebank woman Colleen Sweeney blamed financial difficulty for her severe neglect of loyal pet Star. Picture: Facebook
Colleen Sweeney blamed financial difficulty for her severe neglect of loyal pet Star

Sweeney admitted cruelty to the dog, believed to be a Lhaso Apso type named Star, by failing to provide her with veterinary treatment for a chronic eye condition and subsequent eye and skin infections between June 22, 2021 and June 22, 2022.

Mother-of-one Sweeney also failed to provide adequate grooming and diet to the point the dog’s coat became severely matted and emaciated causing suffering, pain and discomfort.

Star was euthanised on welfare grounds after being cruelly neglected by Colleen Sweeney
Star (pictured in healthier times) was euthanised on welfare grounds after being cruelly neglected by Colleen Sweeney

Tragically Star’s condition had deteriorated to the point where she had to be put to sleep on humane grounds.

Sweeney’s solicitor said his client was “very much ashamed of herself for not taking proper care of the dog and causing it pain and suffering. The situation is she had the dog for seven years and cared for it well up until the latter part of its life.

“She lost her job and there was a mix-up with her benefits. She was struggling financially at the time and was having to borrow money in order to get by. She was then unable to financially afford to keep the dog.

“She does accept that she should have made more effort to ensure the dog was properly cared for and she is not trying to minimise that.

“She had made attempts of treating the eye infection. Firstly by dealing with the vet, then subsequently by purchasing eye drops over the internet, but she accepts that it wasn’t sufficient.

“She tells me she tried to groom the dog herself. She appears as a first-time offender and I don’t think she will be back at these courts.

“She was upset the dog had to be destroyed as she was hoping it would recover and be rehomed.”

Sheriff William Gallacher said: “It is an unusual case. I have read the [social work] report. It is encouraging and you simply got yourself in a position that drifted from your control.

“I understand there was no malice on your part in relation to what has happened to this dog. You shouldn’t keep a dog at all if you can’t afford it.”

Sentencing | fined £250. Banned from keeping dogs for two years (expires February 2025).

Clydebank Post

Dogs

Barmulloch, Glasgow: Alice McClymont

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CONVICTED (2023) | Alice McClymont, born 25 December 1974, of Ryeside Road, Barmulloch, Glasgow G21 3LQ – for total neglect of a dog found with a severe infection to her skin and ears.

Animal abuser: Alice McClymont from Glasgow, Scotland, UK. Picture: Facebook

McClymont pleaded guilty to the charge of causing unnecessary suffering in relation to a Staffordshire bull terrier named Tia.

Four-year-old Tia was found in a distressed condition with a painful ear infection and a severe skin condition that had caused hair loss and lesions all over her face and ears. One of her eyes was swollen shut by the swelling.

Neglected Staffy Tia was found with a swollen face and discharge coming from her ears.
Neglected Staffy Tia was found with a swollen face and discharge coming from her ears. Photo credit: SSPCA

Scottish SPCA chief inspector Lara Vickery said, “In June 2019 we received a call about a dog at the address who had allergies, hair loss and was repeatedly scratching.

“We attended the property on the same day and were shocked by the condition of Tia, the dog in question.

“She had a swollen face and red, raw broken skin on top of her head and all over her right ear. Tia’s right eye was closed due to the swelling on that side of her face.

“The skin on her head and ears was crusty and her ears looked thickened and painful. There was also a foul odour and discharge coming from her ears which were a clear sign of infection. Tia’s ears were so painful that she flinched when anyone tried to touch them.

“Upon veterinary examination it was estimated that this problem had been going on for up to six months for Tia to get in to the condition she was in.

Glasgow woman Alice McClymont left Tia t to suffer excruciating discomfort for at least six months,. Photo credit: SSPCA.
Alice McClymont left Tia t to suffer excruciating discomfort for at least six months,. Photo credit: SSPCA.

“McClymont had placed a cone around the dog’s head and duct taped a sock to her hind leg in an attempt to stop her scratching herself so she was obviously aware that the dog was in some discomfort.

“Once Tia was taken in to the care of the Scottish SPCA and given the appropriate veterinary treatment she was almost fully recovered within four weeks.

“This clearly highlights that she had a manageable condition and could be kept comfortable and pain-free with veterinary treatment.”

Animal abuser: Alice McClymont from Glasgow, Scotland, UK. Picture: Facebook

Chief Inspector Vickery added: “We’re pleased McClymont has received a ban but given the level of suffering Tia endured we would have liked it to have been for a longer period of time. We hope she seriously considers her ability to look after any animal in future.

Sentencing | £180 fine with a £10 victim surcharge. A five- year ban on keeping animals (expires February 2028).

Scottish SPCA News
Glasgow Times

Dogs, ear cropping and tail docking, Pet Profiteering, puppy farmers / traffickers, kennels, backyard breeders

Garthamlock, North-East Glasgow: Henry Chrystal

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CONVICTED (2023) | “puppy butcher” Henry Chrystal, born c. 1989, of Tillycairn Drive, Garthamlock, Glasgow G33 – failed to treat his puppies’ mutilated ears.

Greeder and puppy butcher Henry Chrystal from glasgow

In January 2023 Chrystal pleaded guilty to causing unnecessary suffering to puppies Donut and Dumpling through failing to provide veterinary treatment for injuries caused by a prohibited procedure, namely ear cropping.

Donut and Dumpling had their ears cropped by cruel Glasgow breeder Henry Chrystal
Mutilated for profit: Donut and Dumpling had their ears cropped by cruel breeder Henry Chrystal

A Scottish SPCA Special Investigation Unit (SIU) inspector involved in the case said they were alerted by a member of the public.

He said: “Both dogs had injuries to their ears. The wounds were red, crusted and looked recent.

“We immediately removed the dogs due to concerns for their welfare and took them to one of our centres to be examined by a vet. The vet examined their wounds and found they were still in a stage of healing and appeared to cause some discomfort when touched.

Donut and Dumpling had their ears cropped by cruel Glasgow breeder Henry Chrystal

“This illegal procedure would have caused these puppies considerable pain and discomfort, for purely cosmetic reasons.

“The procedures are likely to have taken several minutes and there will have been a lot of bleeding. Both puppies were then left in chronic pain until they received the care they needed at our centre.”

Donut and Dumpling had their ears cropped by cruel Glasgow breeder Henry Chrystal

The inspector said Chrystal had claimed he had owned the puppies for two weeks and that their ears were already cropped when he received them. He claimed they were given to him ‘on breeder’s terms’, meaning he would keep them as a pet until the breeder required them back for breeding.

When asked why he hadn’t sought veterinary treatment for the puppies he said that he didn’t take them to the vet because they were ‘not his dogs to take to the vet’. Both pups have been rehomed.

Sentencing | 40-day restriction of liberty order. Two-year ban on keeping animals (expires January 2025).

Daily Record

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Henry Chrystal’s brother is Andrew William Stuart Chrystal, born 3 April 1998, and according to the 2022 public electoral roll living at Townend Farm, Kilsyth, Glasgow G65 0QE. Andrew Chrystal is sole director of Dog Food Bull Brand Ltd, which was founded in September 2022.

He and partner Melissa Brodie, born 11 September 1998 and a nursery nurse at Happy Days Nursery in Kirkintilloch, also breed and sell dogs – their ears routinely cropped – under the trading name Variety Bulls or VBulls. Facebook page here. Instagram profile here.

Andrew Chrystal is an associate of Thomas Rayment, a county lines drug gang leader, and Ryan Howard, who were exposed in a 2023 BBC Panorama investigation into extreme breeders (available on the iPlayer or via the YouTube link below). Rayment and Howard own and run Muscletone Bullys, a canine fertility clinic based in Wigan, Greater Manchester.

Variety Bulls’ Instagram profile is private but here’s a selection of images from the various Facebook profiles. No words needed

We now understand that the two puppies for which Henry Chrystal was convicted were actually bred and (allegedly) mutilated by Variety Bulls. This being the case, it would seem that the wrong brother was prosecuted and the authorities now need to take a close look at Andrew Chrystal, assuming he’s not already on their radar.

Dogs, ear cropping and tail docking

Airdrie, North Lanarkshire: Andrew Kirkland

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CONVICTED (2022) | Andrew Dean Kirkland, born July 1990, of Thornlea Gardens, Airdrie ML6 6HW – illegally cropped the ears of his American bully pup, Kane.

Andrew Kirkland only received a 12-month ban after illegally cropping an American Bully pup’s ears

Kirkland, company director of Cranium Ink Ltd, admitted causing unnecessary suffering through failing to provide veterinary treatment for injuries caused by a prohibited procedure.

Social media images proved that puppy Kane’s ears had been mutilated while in Kirkland’s care

A Scottish SPCA special investigations unit inspector involved in the case said “We attended a premises in Airdrie on 30 April 2021 and found Kane, an American bully puppy aged between five and six months, at the property with cropped ears.

“We immediately removed the dog due to concerns for his welfare and took him to a veterinary surgery. He was examined and it was determined the ear cropping would have taken place more than three weeks prior. Three quarters of both of the flaps on his ears had been removed and there were dimples either side of the wound consistent with the placement of suture material.

“This illegal procedure would have caused Kane considerable pain and discomfort for purely cosmetic reasons.

“At first, Kirkland tried to claim that the dog had been imported from Bulgaria with cropped ears but we know this not to be the case. We also found several photos on Kirkland’s mobile phone showing both Kane as a puppy with intact ears and with fresh wounds from the procedure while in his care.

“When confronted with this evidence Kirkland said he thought ear cropping was legal and had been told it would make his dog less aggressive and stop him fighting with other dogs.

“In the UK, as ear cropping is a prohibited procedure, any operation is unlikely to be carried out with appropriate anaesthetic or pain relief. Kirkland has allowed this to be carried out to a defenceless young dog, undoubtedly causing significant unnecessary suffering, with no regard for the pain and discomfort this would ultimately cause Kane.

“We are pleased that Kirkland has been given a ban but, given that he has shown a premeditated willingness to compromise welfare for a purely cosmetic reason, we would have liked it to be for a longer period of time.”

Sentencing | 190-hour Community Payback Order; 12 month ban on owning, keeping or working with animals.

Daily Record
SSPCA News

Dogs, Violent and Sadistic Pet Abusers

Ayr, South Ayrshire: Paul Constable

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CONVICTED (2022) | Paul Russell Constable, born May 1983, previously of Connel View, New Cumnock, Ayrshire but now of Princes Court in Ayr – punched a dog during a violent outburst.

Violent dog abuser Paul Constable from Ayr, Scotland. Picture: Facebook.

Constable was told he deserved jail but would avoid custody after lashing out at the dog at the Day Today Store, High Park Avenue on October 18, 2021.

He admitted causing the unnamed animal unnecessary suffering and threatening behaviour when he appeared at Ayr Sheriff Court.

The Procurator Fiscal depute said: “Shortly after 7pm on the date libelled the witness was in the shop when a male entered the shop and was asked to leave. The male accused began shouting and swearing repeatedly in the store.

“The witness then observed the accused punch a dog on the body [outside] and police were contacted.

“Another witness leaving the shop nearby saw the accused punch the dog. Police attended and a witness pointed out the accused.

“The accused immediately became aggressive with police and started shouting and swearing.

“He was warned of his conduct but continued shouting and swearing and was arrested and handcuffed and conveyed to Kilmarnock Police Station.

“While en route he headbutted a cell window while shouting and swearing.

“The accused was cautioned and charged and made no reply.

Violent dog abuser Paul Russell Constable of South Ayrshire. Picture source: Facebook

Defence solicitor Steven Maxwell said: “It was appalling behaviour, I told him that. I think you will find the man is contrite.”

Sheriff Desmond Leslie said: “People have to be protected from people like you coming in and causing merry hell.

“You’re violent to a dog? The dog had done nothing wrong. You really deserve jail. It was a year ago, but this behaviour cannot be tolerated.”

Sentencing | 18-month supervision order; three-month curfew.

Cumnock Chronicle

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Paisley, Renfrewshire: Chanel McGaharon and Robert McLeish

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CONVICTED (2022) | Chanel McGaharon, born 12 March 2000, and Robert ‘Rab’ McLeish, born 17 October 1995, of Williamsburgh Court, Paisley PA1 1QJ but with links to Dumbarton – left a puppy with bleeding scabs and gaping wound for several weeks.

Convicted animal abusers Chanel McGaharon and Robert McLeish from Paisley

McGaharon and McLeish, who are parents, pleaded guilty to failing to seek veterinary treatment and pain relief for an eight-month-old Akita called Marlie. The pup had been scratching so furiously that she was left with wounds on the back of her legs and patches of missing fur.

Marlie, who was badly neglected by Chanel McGaharon and Robert McLeish from Paisley

Officers from the Scottish SPCA (SSPCA) attended the couple’s home after receiving a report of concern for a dog’s welfare. They found Marlie lying in pain outside the property. She was showing signs of distress as she would constantly stand up, turn around in a tight circle then lie down.

The officers asked for access into the couple’s home to inspect the dog’s living conditions, but this request was denied.

Officers rushed the dog to the vet where it was estimated that she had been suffering for up to eight weeks.

Marlie’s owners were prosecuted but walked free from court with a £135 fine each. Neither was banned from owning an animal.

Speaking about the case, SSPCA inspector Isla Bell said: “On Tuesday, August 25, I attended the property of Robert McLeish and Chanel McGaharon in response to a complaint of dog neglect made to the Scottish SPCA animal helpline.

“The report stated that there was a dog lying outside the home with swollen paws and missing fur and which appeared to be very lethargic.

“On arrival, I asked to see inside the property to assess whether the dog’s health could be related to their living conditions however McLeish refused to grant access.

“I then observed a female Akita dog lying on a blanket outside. The Akita, named Marlie, appeared to be an older dog, slightly underweight and had a generally lethargic demeanour. Marlie would constantly stand up, turn around in a tight circle then lie down, as if irritated. She was also scratching constantly.

“I noticed blood on the back of the Marlie’s legs and belly and on her paws from scratching herself. These areas also had a particularly sparse coat. The skin that could be seen in areas where fur was missing or sparse was red, inflamed and covered in scabs.”

Ms Bell said she was shocked to discover that Marlie was only eight months old, as she showed no signs whatsoever of being a playful puppy which would have been expected at this age.

She added: “It was clear that Marlie’s welfare had suffered. Her chronic skin condition meant she had scratched herself to the point that she left a gaping wound on her head and wore away hair on her body, ears and legs. She also had areas of thickened skin from the constant scratching.
“It is deplorable that somebody could watch their pet in this constant state of irritation and do little to ease their suffering.

“I was so concerned for Marlie’s welfare due to her condition that I removed her immediately to be examined by a vet.

“Veterinary examination confirmed that she had been caused unnecessary suffering over a period of four to eight weeks by her owner’s failure to seek veterinary attention for her skin.

“We are disappointed that neither McLeish nor McGaharon received a ban.

“We hope they will seriously reconsider their ability to care for animals in the future.

“After being taken into our care, the condition of the Marlie’s skin improved drastically and her demeanour was a lot happier. She has now been rehomed to a loving family where she is treated to lots of cuddles and beach walks.”

Sentencing | £135 fine. No ban.

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Glasgow Times

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In March 2018 Robert McLeish, then of Dumbarton and with previous convictions, was jailed for 27 months and placed under supervision for a further nine months after being caught in a garden with a large kitchen knife.

McLeish’s lawyer told the court that his client “had had his difficulties in life and a lack of stability” adding that he had moved to Dumbarton from Paisley “to get away from bad influences”.

Dumbarton Reporter

Dogs, Violent and Sadistic Pet Abusers

Dumbarton, West Dunbartonshire: Patricia Goffin

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CONVICTED (2022) | Patricia Goffin, born 25 October 1992, of 6 Maryland Road, Bellsmyre, Dumbarton G82 3DH – repeatedly kicked a dog on the body.

Goffin also admitted grabbing hold of a child and repeatedly hitting her partner. The attacks took place at a flat in Cornock Street, Clydebank, on May 30, 2022.

The mother-of-five admitted causing a dog unnecessary suffering by repeatedly kicking him as well as assault charges relating to the partner and child while shouting, swearing and uttering threats of violence.

The dog’s condition has not been reported.

Following Goffin’s guilty plea, sentencing had been deferred until Tuesday, October 11 to allow social workers time to prepare a background report. But on reading the contents of that report, Sheriff William Gallacher told Goffin’s lawyer that he needed to know more about her background before passing sentence.

Goffin will return to court for sentencing at a later date.

Sentencing: to follow

Dumbarton Reporter

Dogs, hunting with dogs, hunts, Non-Abuse Cases

Houston, Renfrewshire: John Wright

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CONVICTED (2022) | John Bennet Wright, born 25 March 1989, of 17 Viking Crescent, Houston, Johnstone PA6 8LQ – battered a disabled foxhunt protestor.

Wright, who is associated with the Lanarkshire & Renfrewshire (L&R) Hunt, was caught on camera violently pulling Grant Sloan, who uses aids to walk, out of his vehicle and repeatedly kicking him.

The hunt thug lashed out when Mr Sloan was watching L&R hunt in Bridge of Weir in October 2020.

Mr Sloan was able to record the brutal attack on his phone and the footage shows Wright kicking him on the chest.

Prosecutor Amber Feeney told the court: “Around 3.30pm, Mr Sloan was in Bridge of Weir due to a fox hunt taking place and was parked at the side of the road in his vehicle alone.

“A short time later, three males approached, with one of them being the accused.

“One of the unknown males shouted at Mr Sloan to leave and he attempted to explain he was there not to cause any issue.

“At this point, the accused and another male opened the car door and pulled him out of the vehicle.

“Mr Sloan started to record this and the accused started to repeatedly kick Mr Sloan.

“Mr Sloan captured the accused kick him on the chest and the accused left with the two males. Police were contacted.

“Officers attended and system checks in relation to fox hunt nominals were carried out which identified the accused as the man in Mr Sloan’s video.”

Ms Feeney told the court that Mr Sloan was against fox hunting and was parked at the side of the road to observe if anything “untoward” took place, and it appeared that Wright was a “fan” of fox-hunting.

Defence agent Craig Broadley told the court Wright, who works for a local landscaping company “accepts” his behaviour.

Broadley added: “He doesn’t think he kicked the man particularly hard but he understands that doesn’t make a difference.

“He had been drinking with a friend fishing in the local area and when he was walking home he met the group.

“He does accept his actions and acting aggressively and that his behaviour was unacceptable.”

Sentencing Wright, Sheriff Eoin McGinty told him : “This was a particularly frightening incident for Mr Sloan as he was surrounded by a mob and manhandled from his car and thereafter you kicked him on the chest.”

The sentence was strongly welcomed by the Glasgow Hunt Sabs group – a group dedicated to protecting wild animals from hunters that Mr Sloan is a part of.

A spokesperson for the group told national newspaper the Express: “We are pleased with this outcome.

“John Wright is guilty of attacking not only a lone, but also disabled member of our group, who was dragged from his car as he monitored illegal hunting at the Lanarkshire & Renfrewshire Foxhounds.

“The brave actions of our sab, who managed to film part of the incident, certainly helped with the verdict.

“On the day in question, members of our group were subjected to violent threats constantly from hunt staff looking for fights. Before the attack took place, another of our vehicles had its tyres slashed.”

Glasgow Hunt Sabs continuously call for stronger fox-hunting laws to be introduced by the Scottish Government, the spokesperson added: “Those associated with the Lanarkshire & Renfrewshire Foxhounds continuously demonstrate why stronger, more meaningful fox hunting laws are needed.

“But until the Scottish Government brings its laws into line, we at Glasgow Hunt Sabs will not be deterred by cowardly acts of violence, and will continue to protect wildlife from the immeasurable cruelty in our countryside.”

Sentencing | 12-month supervision order with180 hours of unpaid work; £500 compensation to victim.

Daily Record
Glasgow Hunt Sabs’ FB post 23 August 2022

Additional Information

In March 2022 Wright was given a community sentence, fine and driving ban after being caught driving while six times over the legal limit of alcohol. He was also in possession of a locking knife without an excuse. Wright’s lawyer told the court how there is a “background of alcohol misuse and addition” adding that his client is attending Alcoholics Anonymous.

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