Winnipeg police make arrests for animal abuse [Video]

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Two Winnipeggers have been arrested after images and videos were posted online of animals being tortured and killed.

The Office of the Provincial Veterinarian Animal Welfare informed the Winnipeg Police Service (WPS) about the videos and images in August 2024.

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Police note the content was posted on the dark web, and approximately 10 cats were believed to be involved. Some of the animals were acquired through social media selling platforms.

“The videos were posted on the dark web and viewed by others,” said Cst. Stephen Spencer with the WPS.

“I don’t know the exact intent. It’s hard for me to say, so we’re still looking into that.”

Winnipeg police investigated and determined that the content was created and posted in Winnipeg.

Officers executed …