Animal cruelty charged following investigation in Bristow

Animal Cruelty – On April 11th, Animal Control Officers from the Police Department’s Animal Control Bureau received information from a citizen regarding the condition of animals at the Cross State’s Stable located at 12108 Nokesville Road in Bristow (20136).

The citizen reported numerous animals that appeared to be emaciated and in need of medical care.

On April 14th, Animal Control Officers, accompanied by a veterinarian, arrived to inspect the property. Officers observed numerous animals in poor condition.  Some of the animals were clearly in need of medical care. In addition, there appeared to be inadequate food and water available for animals. Officers also observed deceased animals and animal parts that were disposed of improperly. The stalls were found covered with animal feces and water containers were not properly cleaned. 

A total of 17-horses, 19-sheep, 6-goats, 2-donkeys, 1-cow, 27-rabbits, 4-dogs, 1-llama and approximately 50-poultry, in various cages, were found on the property.

As a result of the inspection, Animal Control Officers executed a search warrant and removed 59 animals from the property, including, 28-rabbits, 18-sheep, 6-goats, 4-dogs, 2-horses and 1-bull calf.

Some small animals, located during the search warrant, were euthanized due to their poor condition of health. 

The remaining animals, removed during the search warrant, are being cared for by the Animal Control staff.  Following the investigation, the accused were arrested without incident.

Arrested April 30th:
Larry Dale SAMS, 58, of 12108 Nokesville Rd in Bristow
Charged with 57 counts of animal cruelty
Court date: June 3, 2014 | Bond: Held without bond

Arrested May 1st:
Carolyn Mae SAMS, 33, of 12108 Nokesville Rd in Bristow
Charged with animal cruelty
Court date: June 3, 2014 | Bond: unavailable