Mother and Son Arrested for Overcrowding Pets in Iowa Motel Room, Creating Dire Animal Welfare Situation
DES MOINES, Iowa — A Des Moines mother and her son are facing charges after police discovered over 50 cats, along with a dog, in appalling conditions in their motel room, authorities confirmed. The investigation, which started on January 3 at a local Motel 6, also revealed nine deceased cats amidst the living, some in advanced stages of decay. Authorities were initially called to room 221 for a wellness check, prompted by concerns over animal …