Defence makes resolution offer in animal distress case

LETHBRIDGE – The defence has made a resolution offer to the Crown, in the case of a Vulcan County man who was charged after more than 200 animals were seized from a property near Milo just over a year ago.

A lawyer appearing for Tyler Marshall explained that the offer has been submitted and they are now awaiting a response from the Crown. The matter was then adjourned to Aug. 20, allowing time for resolution discussions to continue.

According to the SPCA, on April 24, 2017, they seized over a hundred dogs, along with multiple rabbits, cats, and tortoises.

The search of the property followed a report from a member of the public, who had concerns for the health of the animals there – and SPCA officers allegedly found issues with space, sanitation, and ventilation.