mackem 27,086 Posted April 25, 2019 Report Share Posted April 25, 2019 I actually know his old man Sunderland man jailed after making shocking videos of his dog killing wild foxes A poacher from Wearside who made shocking videos of his whippet brutally killing wild foxes has been jailed and banned from animals. Sunderland man Arron Crighton, 21, admitted offences under the 2001 Animal Welfare Act and 2004 Hunting Act after using his dog Jet to attack and kill foxes. He then posted graphic photographs and videos showing the severe injuries sustained by both his own dog – who he failed to provide veterinary attention for – and the foxes on social media.Officers have deemed the videos too horrific to be made public. Last month, Crighton pleaded guilty to causing unnecessary suffering to an animal and hunting a wild mammal with a dog. He has now been sentenced to 18 weeks in prison after reappearing at South Tyneside Magistrates’ Court. Pc Peter Baker, of Northumbria Police, said: “The photographs and videos that Arron Crighton made were incredibly distressing and graphic. “It is clear that he not only showed a total disregard for the welfare of these animals, but took satisfaction from filming this barbaric and criminal activity. “Crighton cannot be trusted to own a dog and make sure it is adequately protected from suffering, injury or disease. "As a result, Jet has now been re-homed. “This conviction was made possible after a member of the public who saw these disturbing videos online came forward and contacted police. "I would ask anyone who sees poaching offences and cruelty of this type to also get in touch. “I hope this case acts as a reminder to any pet owner that those who fail to ensure their animal’s welfare is met could face criminal action. Police were alerted to a number of videos filmed and posted by Crighton, which included footage of a dog fighting with a fox and a person appearing to hold the fox down with their foot. A second video showed two dogs with their jaws locked around the fox’s neck and body, while a picture was also taken showing Crighton and others holding a dog which had a bloodied fox in its mouth. After being made aware of the posts, police executed a warrant at an address in Kismet Street, Southwick, in February this year and seized a mobile phone belonging to Crighton. Investigators discovered hundreds of shocking photos and videos showing the attacks and subsequent injuries of the animals saved on the phone. Asked why he had initiated the illegal activity in interview, Crighton responded “for sport”. He also claimed that if one dog was injured by the fox, he would “put another dog on”. Crighton, of Kismet Street, Sunderland, admitted causing unnecessary suffering to an animal and hunting a wild mammal with a dog. As well as the prison sentence he was banned from owning any animal for 10 years and also He was also disqualified from driving for 12 months. https://www.sunderlandecho.com/news/crime/sunderland-man-jailed-after-making-shocking-videos-of-his-dog-killing-wild-foxes-1-9731366 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
j j m 6,555 Posted April 25, 2019 Report Share Posted April 25, 2019 it amazes me why people video them selves doing these things 6 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ChrisJones 7,975 Posted April 25, 2019 Report Share Posted April 25, 2019 This is why we can't have nice things. 3 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
WILF 47,354 Posted April 25, 2019 Report Share Posted April 25, 2019 Can’t get my head round this small dog thing, whippets.....bull x whippets......22 inch this and 24 inch that. f**k all that, give me a big f***ing machine of a dog 27-28 inch.....they will marmalise almost anything in two seconds flat. I want to see a dog destroy stuff not have an 8 round fight ! 10 3 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
The one 8,495 Posted April 26, 2019 Report Share Posted April 26, 2019 When will folk learn about posting stuff on facebook etc Quote Link to post Share on other sites
riohog 5,725 Posted April 26, 2019 Report Share Posted April 26, 2019 16 hours ago, mackem said: I actually know his old man Sunderland man jailed after making shocking videos of his dog killing wild foxes A poacher from Wearside who made shocking videos of his whippet brutally killing wild foxes has been jailed and banned from animals. Sunderland man Arron Crighton, 21, admitted offences under the 2001 Animal Welfare Act and 2004 Hunting Act after using his dog Jet to attack and kill foxes. He then posted graphic photographs and videos showing the severe injuries sustained by both his own dog – who he failed to provide veterinary attention for – and the foxes on social media.Officers have deemed the videos too horrific to be made public. Last month, Crighton pleaded guilty to causing unnecessary suffering to an animal and hunting a wild mammal with a dog. He has now been sentenced to 18 weeks in prison after reappearing at South Tyneside Magistrates’ Court. Pc Peter Baker, of Northumbria Police, said: “The photographs and videos that Arron Crighton made were incredibly distressing and graphic. “It is clear that he not only showed a total disregard for the welfare of these animals, but took satisfaction from filming this barbaric and criminal activity. “Crighton cannot be trusted to own a dog and make sure it is adequately protected from suffering, injury or disease. "As a result, Jet has now been re-homed. “This conviction was made possible after a member of the public who saw these disturbing videos online came forward and contacted police. "I would ask anyone who sees poaching offences and cruelty of this type to also get in touch. “I hope this case acts as a reminder to any pet owner that those who fail to ensure their animal’s welfare is met could face criminal action. Police were alerted to a number of videos filmed and posted by Crighton, which included footage of a dog fighting with a fox and a person appearing to hold the fox down with their foot. A second video showed two dogs with their jaws locked around the fox’s neck and body, while a picture was also taken showing Crighton and others holding a dog which had a bloodied fox in its mouth. After being made aware of the posts, police executed a warrant at an address in Kismet Street, Southwick, in February this year and seized a mobile phone belonging to Crighton. Investigators discovered hundreds of shocking photos and videos showing the attacks and subsequent injuries of the animals saved on the phone. Asked why he had initiated the illegal activity in interview, Crighton responded “for sport”. He also claimed that if one dog was injured by the fox, he would “put another dog on”. Crighton, of Kismet Street, Sunderland, admitted causing unnecessary suffering to an animal and hunting a wild mammal with a dog. As well as the prison sentence he was banned from owning any animal for 10 years and also He was also disqualified from driving for 12 months. https://www.sunderlandecho.com/news/crime/sunderland-man-jailed-after-making-shocking-videos-of-his-dog-killing-wild-foxes-1-9731366 lets be fair mac hes not the fk brightest star in the sky is he ? you just have to read the responces to his questioning , not saying he deserved time but certainly need his arse kicking.. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
THE STIFFMEISTER 16,116 Posted April 26, 2019 Report Share Posted April 26, 2019 15 hours ago, WILF said: Can’t get my head round this small dog thing, whippets.....bull x whippets......22 inch this and 24 inch that. f**k all that, give me a big f***ing machine of a dog 27-28 inch.....they will marmalise almost anything in two seconds flat. I want to see a dog destroy stuff not have an 8 round fight ! Remember that discussion a few years back ..... Comedy gold Quote Link to post Share on other sites
steve66 3,547 Posted April 26, 2019 Report Share Posted April 26, 2019 40 minutes ago, The one said: When will folk learn about posting stuff on facebook etc Sadly they wont , its about bigging up there dog and rep , got to be seen out taking game ect , if they had know one to broadcast it to they probably wouldn't bother with the dog game Quote Link to post Share on other sites
dogmandont 9,856 Posted April 26, 2019 Report Share Posted April 26, 2019 3 hours ago, The one said: When will folk learn about posting stuff on facebook etc Never. 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
marshman 7,758 Posted April 26, 2019 Report Share Posted April 26, 2019 As my old dad used to say “ you pay for your education one way or another “ hes paying for he’s education for posting shit on tinternet by doing time . Silly c**t ! 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Dig-deep-draw-charlie 2,713 Posted April 26, 2019 Report Share Posted April 26, 2019 He deserves time, for doubling the dog up! That grinds my wires!!!!! I couldn’t keep a dog I had to double up! 3 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
peterhunter86 8,627 Posted April 26, 2019 Report Share Posted April 26, 2019 20 hours ago, WILF said: Can’t get my head round this small dog thing, whippets.....bull x whippets......22 inch this and 24 inch that. f**k all that, give me a big f***ing machine of a dog 27-28 inch.....they will marmalise almost anything in two seconds flat. I want to see a dog destroy stuff not have an 8 round fight ! I had a first cross bull Grey 22tts that could kill a fox as good as any dog, late in the winter 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Dig-deep-draw-charlie 2,713 Posted April 26, 2019 Report Share Posted April 26, 2019 I had a big 29 inch bull x, he was as much use on a fox as chocolate fire guard! Out and out tube! 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Born Hunter 17,797 Posted April 26, 2019 Report Share Posted April 26, 2019 (edited) I really don't know what the obsession is with pictures of dogs on game part way through the 'job'. I don't like seeing them myself, never mind Joe Bloggs on FB. It just seems to glorify the wrong part of the hunt. In the field it's a totally different feeling to seeing shit like that on social media. It's in context and personal in the field when experienced first hand. Pictures and videos are powerful and can be used for good. There's some folks who are doing this to great effect, really capturing the essence and meaning of the hunt. Then someone posts a picture of a terrier jawed up followed by another with it's chin round it's ankles and any good is immediately undone. Edited April 26, 2019 by Born Hunter 6 3 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Deker 3,478 Posted April 26, 2019 Report Share Posted April 26, 2019 Words fail me frankly! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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