Target: Noelle Moeggenberg, Chief Prosecutor of Grand Traverse County, MI
Goal: Ensure severe punishment for alleged animal cruelty and neglect involving Mighty Mac’s suffering and untimely death.
The heart-wrenching case of Mighty Mac, a dog who allegedly suffered starvation and a damaged esophagus, has shocked the Traverse City community. Reports indicate that after enduring six months of painful recovery, Mighty Mac was ultimately euthanized due to his terminal condition. Authorities allege that his former owners, Sierra Haggerty and Zachary Schraufnagel, failed to provide necessary care, resulting in his horrific suffering.
Mighty Mac was reportedly found in an emaciated state, weighing only 23 pounds and unable to stand. His injuries were apparently so severe that he struggled to eat and needed extensive veterinary care. After an anonymous tip led to the investigation of Haggerty and Schraufnagel, additional animals were also seized from their home, suggesting a broader neglect of multiple animals. Despite the alleged cruelty, the charges against the accused remain minimal, and the maximum punishment—a misdemeanor punishable by up to one year in jail and a $2,000 fine—does not reflect the severity of the suffering seemingly inflicted upon Mighty Mac and the other animals involved.
This petition calls for the Chief Prosecutor of Grand Traverse County to pursue the harshest penalties possible for those accused of such cruelty. The justice system must send a strong message that animal cruelty will not be tolerated, and those responsible must face appropriate consequences for their actions. It is essential to ensure that no other animal suffers in the way that Mighty Mac seemingly did, and that accountability is upheld for the horrific neglect and abandonment that led to his painful fate.
PETITION LETTER:
Dear Chief Prosecutor Moeggenberg,
The tragic case of Mighty Mac has illuminated the dire need for accountability in instances of animal cruelty and neglect. Reports indicate this dog was subjected to starvation and severe health neglect and suffered immensely under the care of his previous owners, Sierra Haggerty and Zachary Schraufnagel. Allegedly found emaciated and unable to stand, Mighty Mac’s journey ended with his euthanasia after a six-month battle, a heartbreaking conclusion that underscores the urgent need for justice in this case.
With additional reports emerging regarding the seizure of other neglected animals from the accused individuals, it seems clear that a pattern of cruelty extends beyond Mighty Mac. As such, the community is calling for strong action against those allegedly responsible for their suffering. The charges currently faced by Haggerty and Schraufnagel do not adequately reflect the serious nature of their alleged actions, nor do they serve as a deterrent for similar incidents in the future.
The time has come to take a stand against animal cruelty. We urge you to pursue the strictest penalties permissible for Haggerty and Schraufnagel, ensuring that all animals are protected from future harm. The justice system must demonstrate its commitment to the welfare of all creatures and prevent further tragedy from occurring as a result of neglect and abuse.
Sincerely,
[Your Name Here]
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The harshest penalties is not good enough!! 6 months of starvation suffering just won’t do for Mighty Mac!! This is just another case of neglect t & abuse that is going nowhere!! Don’t go by the laws because they suck!! Give Mighty Mac the justice he deserves!! Do your job!!
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yes – so sick of gutless magistrates and so called law enforcement (thes two morons need to go to prison). Just sends a message it is okay to mistreat animals. You have the perpetrators -DO YOUR JOB.
Absolut richtig was du sagst es interessiert diese idioten nicht.
Google came up with 2 different addresses for Sierra: 4421 Buttercup Lane or 4612 Primrose Lane, Traverse City, MI. Who know where these two evil beings live now? Someone does though and it needs to be put out there for all to see! How in the hell can you not feed an animal and watch it starve to death? Mighty Mac died from being starved and that just breaks my heart! Damn these 2 evil bastards all the way to hell! If anyone happens to meet them, greet them the way they deserve!
from google: That same week, the case against Haggerty and Schraufnagel was dismissed.
“It’s just felt like the system kind of betraying you,” described Pobuda.
Prosecuting Attorney Kyle Attwood said that dismissal was strategic.
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These 2 evil sick monsters need to be removed
Why was it dismissed ??
This wanked out so-called prosecutor Kyle Atwood really needs a bloody taste of being STARVED TO DEATH. It is the ONLY WAY that smug bastards like this would realise what being starved to death is like. And I would love to be in charge of this ‘motherfucks’ demise. Mob justice for this scumbag is also what is needed for starters. These poxy laws are not worth a kick in the balls and the only thing that will stop this torture is ‘eye for an eye’ justice. The bible condones it so it must be right.Honestly it is the ONLY WAY that animal torture and murder will EVER be stopped.
J.W.
Addendum to my above post – not sure if I got the prosecutors name right????
J.W.
They kept saying only only 23lbs. It probably would make a greater impact if you would’ve listed how much this poor baby’s healthy weight would be. I hope these to get the harshest time and stiffest penalty
One year in jail and a minimal fine!!! after all the misery they inflicted on Mac.
Are you all nuts!! Mac could not walk or eat and if that’s not enough after 6 months of more agony he had to be put down!!. Not to mention all the other animals they mistreated!!! WTH justice system is this!!!!
These two should never again see the light of day. THEY NEED TO KNOW FIRST HAND THE SUFFERING MAC ENDURED!!!!! I PRAY IT’S SOONER THAN LATER!!!!
Chief Prosecutor Moeggenberg, please treat this case with the seriousness it deserves. Imagine a living animal suffering in your home for six months! Of course not! No one with decency would allow this. Please be a true leader in your state. Thank you.
Agree all comments, starve this fucker to death. Justice now.
DISGUSTING & COMPLETELY ABHORRENT WHAT THESE 2 PERPETRATORS HAVE DONE TO THESE BEAUTIFUL CREATURES INCLUDING THE POOR WEE DOG!!
THEY BOTH ‘ MUST HAVE’ PUNISHMENT TO THE MAXIMUM FOR THESE DEPLORABLE CRIMES OF SEVERE NEGLECT AND ABUSE!!
HOW WOULD THEY BOTH LIKE TO BE STARVED TO DEATH HAVE SEVERE INJURIES AND BE LEFT UNTREATED FOR DAYS, OR WEEKS IN SEVERE PAIN & DISCOMFORT..THE WHOLE THING ‘STINKS’ TO ME !!! THEY BOTH SHOULD BE INCARCERATED TO THE MAX AND HAVE FULL ONGOING PSYCHIATRIC ASSESSMENTS!! THEY ARE A VERY REAL DANGER IN SOCIETY TO ALL ANIMALS AND HUMANKIND!!
I read these horrific stories of animal torture cruelty abuse neglect on and on nothing changes with the law these people who are guilty of these types of disgusting crimes keep getting away with a slap on the hand enough these people are grown adults who knew exactly what they were doing they are not children the pain the intense suffering a long slow agonizing death from starvation is the cruelest form of torture! Throw the book at these lowlifes they can not play stupid or didn’t have any options lies there are so many agencies willing to help animals friends family members neighbors are there as well but to just turn your back on these defenseless animals and let them die no excuses lock them up change the laws THERE IS NO EXCUSE FOR ANIMAL ABUSE NONE! Please help stop this now please!
I dont expect TN court to do anything. Few states fully or at all punish animal abuse even this severe case. Courts are corrupt. DA’s dont care. Until people act and stop electing weak liberals to court, DA positions not even murderers will be in prison
Absolutely No TOLERANCE TOWARDS ANIMAL ABUSERS N CRUELTY. AN EYE FOR AN EYE FITS THIS CRIME N SHOULD BE THE PUNISHMENT. PAWS MATTER 🐾
The fact that the case against these filthy evil maggots was dismissed shows that the prosecutor is a stinking, corrupt coward and the town with all it’s innocent and flowery street names is actually a vile and demonic cess pit. If this happened in my town their pointless, ugly bodies would never be found. Street justice must follow, some vigilante justice is what they deserve
Until prosecutors impose harsh penalties for those lowlifes who abuse/neglect animals, these heinous crimes against animals will continue!! People who commit these crimes are irresponsible, selfish and have no conscience. The court system MUST harshly discipline these criminals because they need to send a message that this behavior will not be tolerated and that there are consequences for the crimes they committed. Animals have no way of getting justice, so it is up to us who value their lives to speak up for them. We are no longer a civil society if justice does not prevail for every one of God’s creatures.