Two Arrested for Animal Abuse

The Sheriff’s Office arrested Nancy M. Kenny (age 72) and Rachael N. Furman (age 32) of Wilton and charged them each with 37 counts of overdriving, torturing and injuring animals; failure to provide sustenance (class A misdemeanors).

Kenny and Furman are accused of failing to provide proper sustenance and a cleanliving environment to eight dogs, four cats, two chickens, one duck, one rooster, and a rabbit who were located inside their residence on Louden Road in the town of Wilton.

Additionally, they are accused of failing to provide sustenance to 14 chickens, three ducks, two turkeys, and a pig that were located outside the residence.

The arrests were the result of a lengthy investigation that began with several loose dog complaints. 

“I am absolutely sickened by this situation and the spate of similar calls we’ve handled recently,” said Sheriff Michael H. Zurlo. “Let me be crystal clear – if you abuse animals, we will arrest you and charge you to the fullest extent of the law. This has to stop. Now.”

The animals were seized pursuant to a court order and relocated to safe environments where they are receiving proper care. The Saratoga County Hazmat Team was called to the scene due to the presence of high ammonia levels inside the residence which was subsequently condemned by the Town of Wilton Building Inspector once the animals were removed.

Kenny and Furman were released on appearance tickets pending further proceedings in the Wilton Town Court.

The Sheriff’s Office was assisted by the Saratoga County Animal Shelter, Saratoga County Hazmat Team, Wilton Fire Department, Wilton EMS, Wilton Building Inspector, Granville Veterinary Service, Milton Animal Control, and Malta Animal Control.