Rockbridge

Rockbridge County Jury Deliberates Fate of 100 Animals Seized from Natural Bridge Zoo

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LEXINGTON, Va. – A Rockbridge County jury is now tasked with deciding the fate of 100 zoo animals following a six-day trial at the county’s circuit court. The animals were seized by law enforcement in December from the Natural Bridge Zoo, and the jury must determine whether each animal was cruelly treated or subjected to deprivation of care, leading to a “direct and immediate threat” to their well-being. To prove their case, the county only needs to establish one of these conditions for each animal. Animals that are not proven to have been mistreated beyond … Read more

Justice Delayed: Animal Cruelty Case in Rockbridge County Postponed a Day Amidst Rising Tensions

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ROCKBRIDGE COUNTY, VIRGINIA – The long-awaited deliberation in an animal cruelty case in Rockbridge County has been delayed by a day. The case, which has garnered significant attention, was originally scheduled to begin Monday morning but will instead commence on Tuesday. The trial centers around alleged acts of cruelty at the Natural Bridge Zoo, a popular tourist attraction in the area. During the selection process, a jury was carefully chosen to assess the evidence and ultimately decide the fate of the accused. The deliberation holds immense importance, as the outcome will determine whether the allegations … Read more