Animals found mutilated
Reading, PA (US)

Incident Date: Monday, Sep 18, 2006
County: Berks

Disposition: Open

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The dismembered and mutilated bodies of dozens of animals have been found behind a Reading business. Twelve trash bags full of decapitated birds, goat's hearts, and animal entrails were found behind an unidentified business on 12th Street in the city on Monday. Officials think the mutilated carcasses, which included 10 white doves as well a few chickens, were part of a religious practice or ceremony.

References

• WFMZ - Sept 21, 2006

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