Needless to say, we are relieved to know that your local authorities treat such crimes with the seriousness that they deserve.

The viciousness shown in shooting helpless animals must not go unpunished. Area residents have reason to be concerned. According to leading mental health professionals and law enforcement agencies, perpetrators of violent acts against animals are often repeat offenders who pose a serious threat not only to other animals but to the community as a whole.

These cases demand very careful prosecution. A lot is riding on this case.

Typically, our first step is to write a letter to prosecutors with our concerns and recommendations. If we get the sense that the case is not taken seriously, or if a weak plea deal is in the works, we may encourage those who have expressed concern to write to prosecutors or to the judge, or to attend hearings. In the past, that has certainly been effective.

Not only because of the animals welfare but certainly also the public welfare. Given the link between animal fighting and interpersonal crime.

And where," Socrates smiled, "is the universe?"
"The universe is well, there are theories about how it's shaped..."
"That's not what I asked. Where is it?"
"I don't know - how can I answer that?"
"That is the point. You cannot answer it, and you never will. There is no knowing about it. You are ignorant of where the universe is, and thus, where you are. In fact, you have no knowledge of where anything is or of What anything is or how is came to be. Life is a mystery.
"My ignorance is based on this understanding. Your understanding is based on ignorance. This is why I am a humorous fool, and you are a serious jackass.