Authorities in Sonoma County investigating a break-in at a storage unit helped take down an alleged bird fighting ring, leading to the arrests of three people.
Authorities in Sonoma County said they have busted an alleged bird fighting ring following an investigation into a break-in that took place earlier this year. According to the Rohnert Park Department of Public Safety, the investigation stemmed from a burglary at a storage facility on the 6000 block of Commerce Blvd. on March 19. The victim told officers that an estimated $22,000 in items were stolen.During their investigation, officers identified a suspect in the theft.
During the search, police discovered 'numerous' animal cruelty violations, including at least 1,000 game birds believed to be raised for fighting. Officers also arrested Jesus Miguel Santoyo Rodriguez on 36 misdemeanor counts of possession of gaffs / slashers used for cockfighting.Sonoma County Animal Services were called to the property and recovered five horses and two dogs, which police said were malnourished. The birds were also quarantined.
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