On July 17, 2025, following a citizen’s report of inhumane conditions, Harford County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) Deputies, alongside officers from the Animal Control Unit, executed a Search Warrant at a residence in the 1400 block of Eagles Grove Court, in Whiteford, as part of a continuing investigation into suspected Animal Cruelty.

The investigation began on Friday, July 11, 2025, when Deputies and Animal Control Officers responded to a complaint regarding the welfare of several dogs at a property in the 1400 block of Eagles Grove Court. Upon arrival, Animal Control Officers observed multiple violations of Maryland Criminal Law (Title 10, Section 604) and Harford County Code (Section 64-18), pertaining to the mistreatment, abuse or neglect of animals. On that day, noticeable violations were observed, including the lack of access to potable water, improper shelter and poor air quality and insufficient space. Also observed was bedding within kennels that was extremely soiled, insufficient ventilation and temperature controls where the animals were housed.

On July 17, 2025, at approximately 8:00 a.m., after securing safe kenneling, Deputies from the Harford County Sheriff’s Office Northern and Southern Precincts, Officers from the Animal Control Unit, with support from the Criminal Investigations Division and Forensic Services Unit and allied agencies including the Harford County Humane Society and the Harford County Department of Emergency Services Special Operation Division, Hazardous Materials Unit, executed a search warrant at the property in Whiteford. As a result of the warrant’s execution, 44 Bully type breed dogs were removed from multiple structures on the property and safely transported to a local shelter for evaluation and care.

The investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information about this crime is asked to call Animal Control at 410-638-3505. Those who wish to remain anonymous may report their information through Metro Crime Stoppers Tipline at 1-866-7Lockup.