Sign the Petition
Target: Maricopa County, Arizona Attorney Rachel Mitchell
Goal: Ensure stringent legal consequences for individual charged with heinous act of animal abuse.
A chilling discovery was made in a Scottsdale alleyway: a deceased puppy, reportedly with its mouth cruelly taped shut. Maricopa County Attorney Rachel Mitchell has indicted Lester Paul Richmond on suspicion of class 5 felony animal abuse, the most severe punishment under Arizona law for such acts. This revelation has sent shockwaves through the community, sparking outrage and a deep sense of injustice.
The Scottsdale Police, after examining evidence and surveillance footage, have named Richmond as the prime suspect. Yet, he remains at large, evading the consequences of his alleged cruel act. The details of this case, especially the seemingly intentional silencing and harm inflicted upon an innocent animal, are not only deeply disturbing but also seem to reflect a blatant disregard for life and welfare. The community’s moral fabric is at stake, necessitating immediate and decisive action.
Those responsible for such alleged barbaric acts must face full legal accountability. Help ensure that Lester Paul Richmond, if found guilty, receives the maximum legal penalty for his alleged crime.
PETITION LETTER:
Dear Attorney Rachel Mitchell,
The recent discovery in Scottsdale of a deceased puppy, reportedly with its mouth taped shut, has horrified and saddened our community. The indictment of Lester Paul Richmond on suspicion of class 5 felony animal abuse highlights the severity of this alleged crime. Such acts of cruelty cannot go unpunished, and it falls upon your office to ensure that justice is served.
This case is not merely about one animal but speaks to broader issues of safety, empathy, and legal integrity within our society. If Richmond is found culpable, it is crucial that he faces the sternest punishment permissible under the law. This will send a clear message that our community does not tolerate such cruelty and stands firm in the protection of all life.
We urge you to pursue this case with the utmost diligence and commitment. It is essential that those found guilty of such heinous acts are held accountable to the fullest extent of the law. Our collective conscience demands nothing less.
Sincerely,
[Your Name Here]
Photo credit: Keegan Evans
