Former NFL Star LeShon Johnson Faces Trial for Alleged Role in Largest Dog Fighting Bust in Federal History
Broken Arrow, Oklahoma — A jury trial commenced Monday for former NFL player LeShon Eugene Johnson, who faces federal charges related to a significant dog fighting and trafficking operation. Authorities seized nearly 200 dogs from Johnson, marking what is believed to be the largest federal seizure of dogs from a single individual. Johnson is charged with owning 190 pit bull-type dogs for the purpose of engaging in animal fighting, as well as selling, transporting, and delivering a dog for the same illicit activity. Court documents indicate that Johnson operated his dog fighting activities in multiple … Read more