ADAM WARDLE ATTACKS BARNSEY-BASED DOG BOBBY WITH MOP HANDLE IN SHOCKING CRUELTY INCIDENT

In a disturbing case of animal cruelty, Adam Wardle, also known as Adam Lancaster, born around 1999 and residing on Bondfield Crescent in Wombwell, Barnsley, was caught on CCTV footage viciously assaulting a defenseless dog named Bobby. The incident took place outside Wardle’s former flat at Holden Court in Barnsley, where he was seen punching and kicking the three-year-old tan mastiff cross before escalating the attack by using a mop handle to beat the animal.

Fortunately, Bobby managed to escape severe injuries, but a veterinary examination revealed he had sustained grazes, bruises, and a bloodshot eye as a result of the brutal assault. The attack was carried out beside a bin store outside Wardle’s residence, raising concerns about the level of cruelty inflicted upon the innocent dog.

According to a witness statement provided by RSPCA inspector Vannessa Reid, postal workers who were in the area on April 25, 2022, reported witnessing the dog being beaten outside Wardle’s property. They also observed a man walking away from the scene, which later helped link the incident to Wardle. The inspector noted that the details of the attack matched a report made to the RSPCA by South Yorkshire Police.

Following the report, inspector Reid and a police officer visited an assisted accommodation block where Wardle was believed to be staying. A housing officer reviewed CCTV footage from a camera positioned opposite Wardle’s flat, capturing the assault in progress. Confronted with the evidence, Wardle admitted to the attack. When questioned about his motives, he explained, “He (Bobby) toileted inside and I got angry. Then he did it again and I got doubly angry and that’s what you’ve seen.”

Later, Bobby was collected from the home of a friend of Wardle’s, as Wardle claimed he had taken the dog “for his own safety.” The dog was then taken to a veterinary clinic, where he received treatment for his injuries and was prescribed painkillers. The vet’s report detailed multiple bruises on Bobby’s face, elbows, and hocks, along with a small cut on his left eye. Due to the severity of the abuse, Bobby is now set to be rehomed to a safer environment.

In court, Wardle was sentenced to a 12-month community order, which includes 20 days of rehabilitation activities and 240 hours of unpaid work. Additionally, he was ordered to pay £495 in costs and victim surcharge. As part of the sentence, Wardle is also subject to a 10-year ban from keeping animals, reflecting the seriousness of his actions and the need to prevent future cruelty.