70-Plus Dead Animals Discovered In Old Saybrook Home: Police

OLD SAYBROOK, CT —Police are investigating an animal cruelty case after finding more than 70 dead animals in an uninhabited local house this week.

Police Chief Michael Spera said officials on Wednesday removed the dead animals from the 31 River St. house, including rabbits, chickens, a duck, a skunk, a dove and two cats.

There were no live animals found, and no people were living there, according to Spera.

"The Old Saybrook Police Department will ensure that a comprehensive criminal investigation into this disturbing matter will be conducted,” Spera said, in an email. "We have no tolerance for the mistreatment of animals and will work with the court to hold those responsible accountable."