On April 3rd, two miniature pet pigs were shot at their home on Wadmalaw Island, leaving one of them dead. According to the Charleston Animal Society, the two pigs, Alfie and Petunia (right), were indoor-outdoor pets who spent time cuddling on their owner’s couch with her.
According to the pigs’ owner, Alfie died after being shot in the head. Petunia is recovering from her wounds to the leg. The shootings are being investigated by the Charleston County Sheriff’s Office.
“This violence against innocent animals is likely an indicator of ongoing violence against humans,” said Charleston Animal Society President and CEO Joe Elmore, CAWA, CFRE. “It must be stopped as our community continues to suffer an escalation in violent crimes. Last year, South Carolina was the 8th most dangerous state in the nation, with both North Charleston and Charleston being in the top 3 most dangerous cities in the state. For nearly 150 years, the Animal Society has been dedicated to preventing cruelty to both humans and animals. We will continue to offer rewards for these heinous acts of cruelty perpetrated by the most despicable of humans hiding among us.”
Charleston Animal Society says they are offering a $5,000 reward for information that leads to the arrest and felony conviction of those involved.
If you have information on the killings of Alfie and Petunia, you’re asked to call the Charleston County Sheriff’s Office at: (843) 554-2440.
