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Humane Law Enforcement
The SPCA of Westchester investigates animal cruelty complaints throughout
the county including the cities of Yonkers, New Rochelle, Mount Vernon and
White Plains. Cruelty complaints from towns and villages are handled as
well.
The mission of the Humane Law Enforcement Division of the SPCA of Westchester is to protect the animals in Westchester County from cruelty and neglect through the aggressive and proactive enforcement of New York State Law and to educate citizens so that ignorance does not result in neglect. This includes organized animal cruelty such as dog fights, cock fights and puppy mills.
The SPCA of Westchester's Humane Law Enforcement
Officers are certified NYS Peace Officers given "full
Police power" through the NYS Criminal Procedure Law
and Agriculture and Markets Law. These officers are
empowered to enforce all the laws of New York State
and specifically those relating to animal cruelty. They are
not animal control officers. They are trained in accordance
with the requirements as set forth by the NYS Division of
Criminal Justice Services.
Officers of the SPCA participate in Humane Education classes in
schools throughout the county, working with the children by giving them insight through hands on participation into "what is animal cruelty?" Officers are also available to make presentations to groups, schools, etc. on a variety of topics. Should your group or school wish to schedule a presentation, please call the SPCA of Westchester.
VOLUNTEER:
The Humane Law Enforcement Division is currently accepting applications for its volunteer Civilian Investigator section. Qualified applicants should live in Westchester County, be over the age of 18, and have a background or interest in Criminal Justice. Applicants should be able to stand for periods of time, lift 50 pounds, and be in overall good physical shape with no misdemeanor or felony convictions or any animal cruelty related incidents. Civilian Investigators support field operations by assisting in the gather of evidence once a crime scene has been secured and providing other needed support services to the division. Uniforms and related costs are borne by the volunteer. Training is provided by the SPCA.
DONATE:
Donations to help fund this much needed service are gratefully accepted. Help us help the abused and abandoned animals. You've seen the work done by the officers of this division in the newspaper and on the television news. Make a donation today and make a difference in the lives of the countless animals who cannot help themselves. Rising costs associated in providing these "police services" makes it more important than ever that concerned individuals, groups and businesses show their support.
ARTICLES OF INTEREST:
Kittens Burned in Mt. Vernon Cruelty Case
Ready for a Second Chance at Life
SPCA's Animal Cops Still Looking for Person(s) Responsible
 Four kittens, deliberately left in a desk drawer with burning papers, have made a full recovery from their injuries and will be up for adoption on Friday, May 15th starting at 10 a.m. at the SPCA of Westchester. Meanwhile, an investigation by the SPCA's Humane Law Enforcement (HLE) Division is still underway to find the person or persons who committed this act of cruelty. The SPCA's Humane Law Enforcement Chief Kenneth Ross said the kittens were victims of a deliberate act of cruelty intended to kill them. A reward is being offered in the amount of $2,500 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person(s) responsible.
The seven-week-old kittens have returned to the SPCA of Westchester following their time recovering in a foster home. While all suffered burns, three have scars on their backs and one of them, a black and white female, lost her tail and remained at the SPCA's Simpson Clinic for several weeks. The other kittens are a male tabby and two gray and white females. To adopt one of these adorable, sweet kittens, click here.
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