ASPCA Announces Arrest of Manhattan Woman for Severe Neglect of Pit Bull

December 17, 2008

NEW YORK, December 17, 2008—Last Sunday, December 14, Humane Law Enforcement agents of the ASPCA® (The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals®) arrested Jennifer Vias of Manhattan for neglecting her one-year-old male pit bull.

An ASPCA Special Agent discovered an extremely thin and dirty male pit bull at Ms. Vias’ residence in October. The dog, renamed Lazarus, was transported to the Bergh Memorial Animal Hospital, where he was treated for starvation and neglect.

Vias, 26, was charged with one count of misdemeanor animal cruelty, and faces up to one year in jail and a $1,000 fine. Lazarus was released to the ASPCA and is available for adoption.

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About the ASPCA®
Founded in 1866, the ASPCA® (The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals®) was the first animal welfare organization to be established in North America and today serves as the nation’s leading voice for vulnerable and victimized animals. As a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit corporation with more than two million supporters nationwide, the ASPCA is committed to preventing cruelty to dogs, cats, equines, and farm animals throughout the United States. The ASPCA assists animals in need through on-the-ground disaster and cruelty interventions, behavioral rehabilitation, animal placement, legal and legislative advocacy, and the advancement of the sheltering and veterinary community through research, training, and resources. For more information, visit www.ASPCA.org, and follow the ASPCA on Facebook, X, Instagram, and TikTok.

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