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JUSTICE FOR INDY
COUNTDOWN TO COURT DATE: “JUSTICE FOR INDY” SUPPORTERS THROUGHOUT THE SOUTHLAND
TO GATHER OUTSIDE VAN NUYS COURTHOUSE ON WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 24 BEGINNING AT 8:00AM
On Wednesday September 24, 2014, the preliminary hearing is set to take place in the case against Carlos Duarte, the man suspected of strapping a young pit bull with fireworks, set ablaze, on July 4, 2013 and leaving the severely burned dog for dead in an alley in Van Nuys, CA the following morning.
The year-long battle for “Justice For Indy” has attracted hundreds of supporters throughout the Southland, many whom plan to stand united outside the Van Nuys West Courthouse, located at 14400 Erwin Street Mall, on the morning of September 24 beginning at 8:00am.
Among those chanting the now familiar mantra “There’s No Excuse For Animal Abuse” is Karen Lewis, 76, of Sherman Oaks.
“We must continue to advocate for animal rights, stricter legislation and increased awareness. Animal abuse is unacceptable under any circumstances and violators should have significant consequences,” said Lewis who also volunteers with Best Friends Animal Society and is joining the rally for the fourth time. “We encourage people to show up at the courthouse and stand with us on September 24 in support of Indy and abused animals everywhere. We must be the voice that inspires change.”
Attendees will also be wearing green on September 24 to show support for animal rights.
“I attend Indy’s hearings because I feel strongly that the LA County justice system needs to fully prosecute animal abuse cases. I want my voice heard. If we don’t speak for the animals being abused at the hands of humans who will?” echoed Nicole Goodfellow of Burbank. “We cannot allow the abusers to walk away with a slap on the wrist. They must be held accountable and deal with the consequences of their actions.”
Fortunately Indy, who was brought to Shelter Transport Animal Rescue Team (S.T.A.R.T.) and then transferred to Westlake Village Animal Hospital, survived, and is slowly healing in his “fur-ever” home his new mom, Jenny Mandel, a vet tech from the clinic where he was treated.
But the fight for Justice continues…
