BURLEIGH – The Middle Township Police Department has arrested two township women on charges of animal cruelty after they were found with 18 cats and two dogs kept under hazardous conditions.
The Police Department, working with the Cape May County Prosecutor’s Office, said on Wednesday, Oct. 28, that a search warrant was executed on a Savannah Street residence as part of an animal cruelty investigation.
The investigation resulted in the discovery of the cats and dogs inside the home. All of the animals were removed and transported to the Cape May County Animal Shelter for treatment and care.
As a result of the investigation, Sandra Klochak, 61, and Yvonne Klochak, 79, were each charged with fourth-degree animal cruelty, a disorderly persons offense for animal cruelty, and fourth-degree conspiracy. Both women were released on a summons.
Shore Animal Control and the Cape May County Animal Shelter assisted in the investigation and removal of the animals.
Contact the reporter, Christopher South, at csouth@cmcherald.com or call 609-886-8600, ext. 128.
