Animal shelter reports 63 cattle seized; pretrial set for Oct. 13, trial Nov. 12

Sep 22, 2026

The Decatur County animal shelter reported that a livestock seizure has grown to 63 cattle; pretrial is scheduled for Oct. 13 and trial for Nov. 12. Shelter staff said they have requested additional funds from the individual to care for the animals and are awaiting direction from the county attorney.

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The county animal shelter updated commissioners on an ongoing cattle seizure tied to a legal proceeding. Matthew Spear told the board that pretrial hearings are set for Oct. 13 and the trial is scheduled for Nov. 12, and that the number of seized animals has increased to 63.

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