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[Marty]

Yes Dani and other agencies were contacted to and know about this also there. Remember, they all say talk to the Sheriff; that is what is done and what we have to work around somehow. Keep in mind we wanted a surrender because when you are talking court, you are talking months and maybe over a year for a case to be heard here. Look at me Dani, we still haven't been to court over Michael's murder and it's well over a year. So we wanted that surrender peacably and now, not court. By then the horses will have died. Winter is right here knocking at the door, we have to move fast.

 

[Danielle_E.]

http://www.kansas.gov/kahd/laws/animal_cruelty.shtml

okay, so the attorney general is it and the governor. don't waste your breath on the sherrif. So email, fax, write to the governor, email, write fax to media, tv and print media, and also do the same to the attorney general's office. I am posting this on alot of horse forums, arabians, saddlebred, etc. I am also letting other rescues know of the situation in order for them to also apply pressure. SCREAM FROM THE ROOFTOP everyone, these horses need us NOW.

 

[Katiean]

What about taking the worst of the worst pictures and putting them on utube and my space and any of the other internet picture things along with the info about the whole thing and that the sheriff won't do anything.

 

[RJRMINIS]

Could some one PM or post the number of the sherriff's department and the Sherriff's name?

I think maybe we should all start calling him as well, so he knows this is NOT going to go away.

I just sent an email to the governor, If anyone in KS hears if she is going to be anywhere, any luncheon or anything where we can talk to her in person, that would be good as well.

 

[Danielle_E.]

K.S.A. 21-4311 - Cruelty to animals; custody of animal; disposition; damages for killing, when; expenses of care assessed owner, when; duty of county or district attorney.

Any public health officer, law enforcement officer, licensed veterinarian or officer or agent of any incorporated humane society, animal shelter or other appropriate facility may take into custody any animal, upon either private or public property, which clearly shows evidence of cruelty to animals, as defined in K.S.A. 21-4310 and amendments thereto. Such officer, agent or veterinarian may inspect, care for or treat such animal or place such animal in the care of a duly incorporated humane society or licensed veterinarian for treatment, boarding or other care or, if an officer of such humane society or such veterinarian determines that the animal appears to be diseased or disabled beyond recovery for any useful purpose, for humane killing. If the animal is placed in the care of an animal shelter, the animal shelter shall notify the owner or custodian, if known or reasonably ascertainable. If the owner or custodian is charged with a violation of K.S.A. 21-4310, and amendments thereto, the board of county commissioners in the county where the animal was taken into custody shall establish and approve procedures whereby the animal shelter may petition the district court to be allowed to place the animal for adoption or euthanize the animal at any time after 20 days after the owner or custodian is notified or, if the owner or custodian is not known or reasonably ascertainable after 20 days after the animal is taken into custody, unless the owner or custodian of the animal files a renewable cash or performance bond with the county clerk of the county where the animal is being held, in an amount equal to not less than the cost of care and treatment of the animal for 30 days. Upon receiving such petition, the court shall determine whether the animal may be placed for adoption or euthanized. The board of county commissioners in the county where the animal was taken into custody shall review the cost of care and treatment being charged by the animal shelter maintaining the animal.

The owner or custodian of an animal placed for adoption or killed pursuant to subsection (a) shall not be entitled to recover damages for the placement or killing of such animal unless the owner proves that such placement or killing was unwarranted.

Expenses incurred for the care, treatment or boarding of any animal, taken into custody pursuant to subsection (a), pending prosecution of the owner or custodian of such animal for the crime of cruelty to animals, as defined in K.S.A. 21-4310 and amendments thereto, shall be assessed to the owner or custodian as a cost of the case if the owner or custodian is adjudicated guilty of such crime.

Upon the filing of a sworn complaint by any public health officer, law enforcement officer, licensed veterinarian or officer or agent of any incorporated humane society, animal shelter or other appropriate facility alleging the commission of cruelty to animals, as defined in K.S.A. 21-4310 and amendments thereto, the county or district attorney shall determine the validity of the complaint and shall forthwith file charges for the crime if the complaint appears to be valid.

If a person is adjudicated guilty of the crime of cruelty to animals, as defined in K.S.A. 21-4310 and amendments thereto, and the court having jurisdiction is satisfied that an animal owned or possessed by such person would be in the future subjected to such crime, such animal shall not be returned to or remain with such person. Such animal may be turned over to a duly incorporated humane society or licensed veterinarian for sale or other disposition

 

[Buckskin gal]

Please do that and anything else you can think of to expose this disaster. Hugs, Mary

What about taking the worst of the worst pictures and putting them on utube and my space and any of the other internet picture things along with the info about the whole thing and that the sheriff won't do anything.

 

[SilverDollar]

Does anyone have any Mafia connections? Okay, just kidding (not really).

Even though Mr. Trembly may be breaking the law, trying to get a DA to prosecute for animal neglect and abuse is very difficult. Even with a lot of evidence, they just don't do it. Sorry to be Debbie Downer but I speak from experience. They only want to prosecute cases they're sure they can win.

The only way to get some action is by EVERYONE calling, emailing, faxing, whatever, and getting the media involved. It's time to turn up the heat big time.

And cross-posting on all the horse boards (and even small animal boards) is a great idea!

 

[Danielle_E.]

katiean, that is a GREAT idea. It could be a complilation of the pictures.. the information about the sheriff's office #, the governor's #, etc. etc. Let me work on it now.

 

[runamuk]

here is the state contacts for oversite of the cruelty laws

Contact Us

Address

708 SW Jackson

Topeka, KS 66603-3714

Phone: (785) 296-2326

Fax: (785) 296-1765

Divisions

Administration

George Teagarden

K. Domer

B. Schuette

G. Ramos

Animal Identification

Bryan Rickard

T. Stephens

Disease Control

C. Flowers

N. Bame

C. Lippert

Brands

P. Schumaker

Animal Facilities Inspection

Debra Duncan

 

[Marty]

If anyone gets any media whatsoever they can call Ginny or me or Shannon 24-7 for what evidence we have or whatever they need. So far all the people that called out media were told "we'd look into it" and that was a week ago and nobody came forward to do the story.

Also, the Sheriff told us that he interviewed Trembly and Dr. Grey on video but not sure if that is the truth or a lie either. If so, it's easy to edit videos so that probably doesn't matter I'm not sure.

I like my idea about a convoy of trailers

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[Mona]

And just remember folks - be nice to each other - we may disagree on the details, but the bottom line is we want these horses saved!!!!

Yes, of course, you're right...Marty, I am sorry for snapping at you. Was just so frustrated, as I am sure you are too, as well as everyone else there working behind the scenes at CMHR. And I am sure frustrated is a MAJOR understatement!!

 

[Bassett]

I have been following this very closely even if I have not responded. I am not good at writing. I just want you to know I just wrote to the governor of Kansas. Like you said the more who write it may help. I"m just so sick at the thought of those poor horses I'm crying right now as I type. I highly commend everyone of you (I won't mention names because I know I would forget someone) who are trying to make this thing fly. I know this has to be a very heartwrenching thing for you all. And very time consuming. And I'm sure every one on this forum feels the same way about you all. Thank you all so much. You are an awesome bunch of people. The world needs more like you and much less of Vern Tremblys. Horrible, horrible man. He should be ashamed of himself. I just can't figure out how this was not noticed sooner by neighbors or anyone else. How did it get so bad without anyone seeing it? Thanks again.

 

[Mona]

Thanks Danielle...I sent my email to the Governor of Kansas!

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[runamuk]

Bourbon county farm bureau

Contact your Farm Bureau office at 620-223-3370

Debbie Comstock - [email protected]

Donna Simpson - [email protected]

Lynda Foster - [email protected]

David Foster - [email protected]

 

[Katiean]

I talked to the governors office last week I think it was and they asked for pictures and I emailed them to them and I never heard anything back. Maybe if they are flooded with emails they might put pressure on the sheriff to do something.

 

[Marty]

This is great guys! Keep it coming!

Remember, we want a surrender.

We have homes ready and approved all over the place.

Mona, no worries. We're friends for life. So what if we suck under pressure? (((((( )))))

 

[virginia]

No one is more frustrated than I am right now. I looked into those pleading eyes and all I could do was give them some water. Do you have any idea as to how that made me feel!! I want to stangle someone! But I'll settle for getting them out and making sure he won't get any more.

Someone asked for a picture of the gelding with the missing eye. Here he is. He's a pretty buckskin and very friendly, he is the one who stuck right by me the whole time I was out there. As I was petting him, I could feel each and every bone in his neck and back. I want him here with me.

 

[Katiean]

the email address that they gave me was

[email protected]

The person I sent it to said to put it attention Brittney. I don't think the governor even got it.

 

[qtrrae]

Thanks for the info, my email has been sent to Governor Kathleen Sebelius.

 

[RJRMINIS]

I would also recommend emailing KSN out of Wichita, if you haven't already.

[email protected]