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Man Pleads Guilty to Dumping Animal Carcasses Near Churches

12/22/2025

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Benjamin Lewis admitted to dumping carcasses, including black lambs, near churches in the New Forest, targeting worshippers.
He was arrested in May and recently pleaded guilty to charges including theft.
Animal welfare experts report a rise in cruelty cases, often linked to social media.
The RSPCA noted more witnessed cruelty, with some incidents involving gangs.
Activists urged greater kindness toward animals in response to Lewis's actions.

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Story summary

Benjamin Lewis admitted to dumping carcasses, including black lambs, near churches in the New Forest, targeting worshippers.
He was arrested in May and recently pleaded guilty to charges including theft.
Animal welfare experts report a rise in cruelty cases, often linked to social media.
The RSPCA noted more witnessed cruelty, with some incidents involving gangs.
Activists urged greater kindness toward animals in response to Lewis's actions.