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Lake Hughes rescue owner charged with 35 counts in animal cruelty case
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· September 19, 2026
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A Lake Hughes rescue owner has been charged with 35 counts of animal cruelty and code violations after prosecutors say more than 300 animals were found living in inhumane conditions.
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What is this story about? A Lake Hughes rescue owner has been charged with 35 counts of animal cruelty and code violations after prosecutors say more than 300 animals were found living in inhumane conditions.
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