Wyandanch, NY - November 21, 2016 - The Suffolk County SPCA charged a Wyandanch woman with Animal Cruelty on November 20, 2016 after receiving a call from a rescue group.
Veleda Bailey, 35, of Wyandanch, was arrested for severe neglect of her dogs. One dog was deceased upon our arrival and the others were transported to a local Veterinary Hospital for evaluation.
Bailey will appear in First District Court in Central Islip on January 30, 2017.
Chief Gross said that animal cruelty will not be tolerated in Suffolk County. If you witness any incident of animal cruelty or neglect in Suffolk County please contact the Suffolk County SPCA at (631) 382-7722. All calls will be kept confidential.
A criminal charge is an accusation. A defendant is presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty.