Group Joins Bamberg County Sheriff's Office in Effort to Find Missing Animals
For Immediate Release:
January 6, 2012
Contact:
David Perle 202-483-7382
Bamberg, S.C. -- Four pit bull mixes remain missing after one was stolen from the Mary Ann Morris Animal Shelter in Bamberg on November 22 and three more were taken on New Year's Day. "You just can't put a price on these dogs, especially given the fate that they may well have to endure," shelter co-manager Bob Spinazzola told news sources. Pit bulls are often targeted for use in dogfighting, including being used as "bait" during training. PETA is adding up to $1,000 to other rewards for information leading to the safe return of these missing dogs.
"We implore the public to come forward with any tips regarding the whereabouts of these animals," says PETA Director Martin Mersereau. "The dogs could die horribly if they're not recovered soon."
Anyone with information about this case is encouraged to contact the Bamberg County Sheriff's Office at 803-245-3018. PETA also urges residents not to leave animals outdoors unattended.
For more information, please visit PETA.org.