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Couple Arrested for Animal Cruelty, Elder Endangerment

10/4/2025

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Suffolk County authorities arrested Samantha Boyd and Neal Weschler on animal cruelty and elder endangerment charges.
Over 200 animals were found in Boyd's home; a 95-year-old woman was confined by debris.
The BEAST Unit coordinated a one-day rescue with multiple animal organizations.
The Town of Huntington will oversee remediation; rescued animals will be available for adoption.

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Story summary

Suffolk County authorities arrested Samantha Boyd and Neal Weschler on animal cruelty and elder endangerment charges.
Over 200 animals were found in Boyd's home; a 95-year-old woman was confined by debris.
The BEAST Unit coordinated a one-day rescue with multiple animal organizations.
The Town of Huntington will oversee remediation; rescued animals will be available for adoption.