Target: Renée M. Robeson, Hunterdon County Prosecutor, New Jersey
Goal: Ensure man faces appropriate legal consequences for allegedly shooting and killing a dog, Remi, entrusted to his care.
A tragic case of alleged animal cruelty has come to light in Hunterdon County, New Jersey, where a couple’s dog was reportedly shot to death by their pet sitter. Lindsey Scalera and Andrew Beifus, who had entrusted their beloved Pit Bull, Remi, to Kalli Cooke and her husband Craig for pet sitting services, were horrified to learn that their pet had been killed. According to reports, Craig Cooke admitted to shooting Remi twice in the head after claiming the dog had “gotten into a tussle” with another dog and allegedly went after his pregnant wife. However, Remi’s owners have expressed disbelief at this explanation, citing their dog’s history and temperament.
Remi, who had been adopted from a rescue shelter six years ago, was described by Beifus as a loving and gentle dog who showed no signs of aggression towards the Cookes during their initial meeting. The couple’s heartbreaking account of the incident suggests a possible case of unjustified violence against their pet. Following the incident, Craig Cooke was arrested and charged with second-degree possession of a weapon and third-degree animal cruelty. Meanwhile, the pet sitting service, Rover, has removed the Cookes from their platform and has committed to cooperating fully with law enforcement.
This incident underscores the critical need for justice in cases of alleged animal abuse. It is essential that the Hunterdon County District Attorney thoroughly investigates this case and pursues appropriate legal action against Craig Cooke. Such action is necessary not only to bring justice for Remi but also to ensure the safety and well-being of all pets entrusted to the care of others.
PETITION LETTER:
Dear Prosecutor Renée M. Robeson,
I am writing to express my deep concern regarding the recent case of alleged animal cruelty involving Craig Cooke, who has been accused of shooting a couple’s dog, Remi, while entrusted with its care. According to reports, the dog’s owners, Lindsey Scalera and Andrew Beifus, had left Remi with Kalli and Craig Cooke for pet sitting services, only to receive a shocking phone call from Craig stating that he had shot their dog twice in the head.
This tragic incident raises serious questions about the actions of Craig Cooke and his apparent disregard for the life and well-being of an animal under his care. Remi, who had been adopted from a rescue shelter and had shown no signs of aggression during his initial interactions with the Cookes, was reportedly a loving and gentle dog. The explanation provided by Craig Cooke for his actions does not align with the dog’s known behavior, suggesting a possible case of unwarranted violence.
I urge you to pursue this case with the utmost seriousness and to ensure that Craig Cooke is held accountable under the law for his alleged actions. By taking decisive legal action, you will send a clear message that animal cruelty will not be tolerated and that those responsible for such acts will face appropriate consequences. Justice for Remi is essential not only to honor his memory but also to protect other animals from similar harm in the future.
Sincerely,
[Your Name Here]
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I wish this man could be shot for the death of Remi. We don’t need people lie this man who only does harm and never any good. That is the way it seems to anyone reading this. The service of pet sitters needs to be closed down. If that is the best quality of person this business can offer, see that they are closed down permanently. The man who did this murder needs to be shot himself, wounded, and fired to live with the pain and aftermath to remind him of his evil deed. I don’t think he is mental, just damn evil. He needs to be taken out of society. We don’t want him. He needs to goto prison for this crime. They will take care of him in there as many criminals love their dogs!
First off never leave your pet with anyone. If it is an absolute emergency make sure it is a friend or family you can trust. I have read some real horror stories relating to Rover. They are not vetting these people sufficiently. there are cases of pets going missing while under the care of one of their sitters probably being sold off. while others are recorded abusing the animals. One girl supposedly had 4 different dogs escape and disappear. I would press that bitch until she told the truth about what she did. They should be held liable if it is proven that they are just hiring any joe schmo off the street. RIP REMI!
This organisation clearly let any violent idiot work for them. Its hard to know where to start here: you never allow sitting of multiple large breeds unless they are from one home and the sitter is very experienced; pregnant women should not be allowed to sit unfamiliar dogs on their homes(in pregnancy women give off a strange scent that arouses certain behaviour in male dogs, like an ampped up version of how male dogs can behave oddy when their mistress is in her period. Its something in the way a woman smells to them at this time) large breeds should never be entrusted to a sitter who hasnt got verified experience with large breeds(such as a letter from their vets saying they owned this breed or that without issue) large breeds should never be sat alongside a sitters own large breed, thats just insanity. And this is scratching the surface off the top of my head; the sitting agaency should have had this amount of checks and balances multiple times over. They failed this family horribly and handed their beloved dog to a violent idiot in entirely unacceptable circumstances. Its inexcusable and unforgivable, and id be amazed if they have proper insurance frankly, because who would give it them?!