Target: Thomas Bakkedahl, State Attorney, 19th Judicial Circuit, Florida
Goal: Secure consecutive maximum sentences, lifetime prohibition on animal ownership, restitution, and mandatory counseling for the individual who allegedly hung a dog from a tree and struck the animal repeatedly with a stick in front of witnesses.
A disturbing report describes a dog suspended from a backyard tree while its guardian beat the helpless animal with a stick. A woman at the scene reportedly intervened and was choked for confronting the suspect. A child present allegedly corroborated the violence. Deputies reportedly found a noose in the yard and transferred multiple dogs to county animal control for safety.
Officials stated the dog bore visible trauma, and the suspect now faces charges of animal cruelty, domestic battery by strangulation, and child abuse. The reported brutality—hanging, repeated blows, and terrorizing witnesses—seemingly illustrates calculated cruelty and a clear danger to animals and people alike.
Robust prosecution is critical. Sign below to demand consecutive maximum jail terms on each count, restitution for veterinary and shelter costs, a permanent ban on owning or keeping animals, and court-ordered counseling to affirm that deliberate torture of a companion animal meets serious, lasting consequences. Anything less risks future violence.
PETITION LETTER:
Dear State Attorney Bakkedahl,
A recent case reportedly involves a man who hanged his dog from a tree and beat the animal with a stick. A woman who protested was allegedly choked, and a child witnessed the entire episode. Deputies reportedly found a noose in the yard and removed multiple dogs for protection. These allegations depict calculated torture of a defenseless pet, paired with violence against people who tried to intervene.
We respectfully urge your office to pursue the highest penalties allowed for each charge, seek consecutive sentencing, and request full restitution for veterinary care, sheltering, and rehabilitation of the seized dogs. Please also pursue a lifetime ban on owning or handling animals and require mandatory psychological counseling or anger-management treatment as part of any conviction or plea.
A strong prosecutorial stance will honor the suffering seemingly endured by this dog, safeguard the community, and send a clear message that animal torture and associated domestic violence will not be tolerated in the 19th Judicial Circuit.
Sincerely,
[Your Name Here]
Photo credit: Tiiheng Ryokou
Kill the person responsible. Plain and simple. These petitions don’t do shit. Kill these fuckers
1000% agree. so sick and tire of this sadistic behavior. These petitions have not changed the laws. Until our govt and states take animal abuse seriously, nothing will change. This monster will get a mere slap on the hand. What an f ing joke.
Agree! Karma now!
I agree on torturing this monster & eye for an eye Justice. But I still sign these because the more signatures the more chance the prosecutor will do his job (maximum penalty) vs a slap on the wrist
Yes, but I not only sign, I also call the prosecutor’s office & tell them if they don’t give animal torturers the max, the next victims could be their own pets.
DEMONS BELONG IN HELL!!! 👊🩸🩸🔥🔥👹
Whoever did this should be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law, sent to prison, and never allowed near an animal ever again!!!!!!!!!! And whoever choked the woman who confronted the suspect should be prosecuted and sent to prison, too!!!!!!!!!!! And additional charges should be added for committing this horrendous violence in front of a child!!!!!!!!!!! WHAT IN THE NAME OF SAM HILL ARE THESE PEOPLE DOING WITH ANIMALS IN THE FIRST PLACE?????????!!!!!!!!!!!!
Hang this psychopath from a tree and beat him with a stick until he’s decimated.
The laws are simply not stringent enough!
ABSOLUTELY!
Why is his name not shown!? This person has no remorse or shame!!!!!
It is abundantly clear that this perpetrator will stop at nothing in his sick mission to torture animals.
So it is up to the judicial system to send a clear message that any animal abuse will be met with swift and maximum legal consequences so that all other animals are protected.
Totally agree this piece of trash is a danger to all in society. People should know who did this, not only did he torture and abuse an innocent animals he also choked a woman who tried to intervene. All of this was witnessed by a child. This evil scumbag needs jail time and banned from owning animals. Also a danger to women and children.
Because sadistic animal torturers (future serial killers) have far more rights than helpless innocent animal victims. I’d give this monster the right to be tortured to death very very slowly!
Evil pos should be hanged this is insane and sad poor dogs. Glad they were removed what a dangerous pos
This person is a danger to both animals & society! Do not let him get away with hanging & beating this dog! There are too many monsters hanging, beating, killing, & starving dogs! Plus, they are getting away with it! They must face the consequences of their actions! They must also be set as an example to these other sick monsters! Judges need to show compassion and heart for the side of these poor animals! DO NOT let them get away with these horrific crimes!
Bring back the hanging system for Humans!!!
PUBLIC HANGING!
I’m sorry this poor animal suffered such abuse. This behavior is unacceptable. The low-down man who inflicted this cruelty should be severely punished and banned from being around animals. Get well soon fur baby and I hope you get justice.
That POS animal AND child/woman abuser needs a bullet between his eyes!! What a useless scumbag! Unless the court system is brutally harsh on this MFer, he will continue to abuse ANYTHING he feels like he can!! If the court fails this abused dog and individuals involved, what kind of message will this send!! What more proof do you need to see this POS is a danger to society? Imagine the pain and suffering this poor dog endured and the nightmares the child and woman will have to endure?? Kill that MFer!!
Kill this fucker beat him to death. Justice now useless court.
THIS IS SERIOUSLY DEPLORABLE AND DISGUSTING TO SAY THE VERY LEAST!! THIS INDIVIDUAL IS SERIOUSLY SICK!! AND EXTREMELY VIOLENT AND ANGRY TO BOOT!!
LASHING OUT AT INNOCENT ANIMALS AND THEN PLACING A CONCERNED CARING WOMAN IN A ‘STRANGLE HOLD! REALLY!!!
THIS MONSTER MUST BE LOCKED UP AND HAVE A FULL PSYCHIATRIC ASSESSMENT THE SOONER THE BETTER AS IS A VERY REAL DANGER TO SOCIETY AND ANIMALS AS A WHOLE!!!
Hang this sewer slime by the scrotum after squeezing his balls in a vice grip over many days till they explode – show no mercy to animal torturers! Why do sadistic animal torturers (future serial killers) have far more rights than helpless innocent animal victims? I give this monster the right to be tortured to death very very slowly!