IZZAC CAMPBELL'S BRUTAL CRUELTY IN CODNOR AND NOTTINGHAM REVEALED
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Codnor Animal Abuser
Izzac Ashley Campbell, also known as Izzac Weeks, born on August 30, 1993, and residing at 8 Highfields, Codnor, Ripley DE5 9SB, has been convicted of a disturbing case of animal cruelty that shocked the local community and animal welfare organizations alike.
Campbell was found guilty of subjecting two innocent six-month-old bull terrier puppies, named Sian and Frankie, to a relentless campaign of sadistic abuse. The court heard how these young dogs endured a series of horrific injuries inflicted deliberately by Campbell, including stab wounds, burns from cigarettes, and scalding injuries caused by hot liquids.
The investigation began when the RSPCA was alerted to concerns about the welfare of the dogs at Campbell’s family home in Codnor. However, upon arrival, the animals were not present at the residence. The authorities traced the puppies to a property located on Woodstock Avenue in Bobbers Mill, Nottingham, with the postal code NG7 5QP. Once located, both dogs were taken into the care of the RSPCA, where veterinary examinations revealed a catalogue of severe injuries.
Veterinary reports detailed the extent of the suffering inflicted upon the puppies. Sian was found with extensive burns covering her side, along with a large wound on the back of her skull and neck. Frankie, on the other hand, exhibited a puncture wound on his face, consistent with stabbing, and had suffered burns and other injuries that indicated prolonged abuse.
The veterinarian described the injuries in detail, noting that Frankie had a circular skin lesion on his wrist and a similar healed wound on his toe, both of which appeared to be older scars from puncture wounds or cigarette burns. A fresh circular wound near Frankie’s eye, approximately 10 millimeters in diameter, was identified as being about three to seven days old and was consistent with a puncture caused by a sharp object.
Sian displayed a limp hind leg and was unable to sit still, exhibiting signs of pain and distress. The veterinarian observed skin scabs over her nose and throat, along with fresh lesions on her ribs and armpits, which showed a pattern typical of liquid burns from hot liquid poured from a height. Sian’s gait was unsteady, and she struggled to bear weight on her hind legs, indicating significant trauma and suffering.
During an interview with RSPCA inspector Helen Mead, Campbell’s responses were notably evasive. When questioned about the injuries, Campbell claimed that Sian’s leg was improving and dismissed concerns about her condition. He also alleged that Sian had knocked a pan of boiling water over herself, explaining some of her wounds. Throughout the interview, Campbell refused to make eye contact, sitting with his coat hood up and turning his side away from the inspector, which further raised suspicions about his involvement.
District Judge Johnathan Taff condemned Campbell’s actions as “sustained and systemic cruelty,” emphasizing that causing unnecessary suffering to animals is a grave offense. The judge criticized Campbell for not seeking immediate veterinary treatment for the injuries he inflicted, describing his conduct as unforgivable.
Despite efforts to rehabilitate the dogs, both Sian and Frankie remained aggressive and exhibited dangerous behaviors that made rehoming impossible. Their aggression persisted even after 18 months of behavior therapy, leading to the heartbreaking decision to euthanize them for safety reasons. RSPCA Inspector Rachel Leafe expressed her sadness over the outcome, stating, “Both Frankie and Sian had some awful untreated physical injuries which it appears to have affected them in their nature towards people. We worked really hard to try to rehabilitate these dogs but there was nothing else we could do – the whole thing has been a very sad and upsetting incident for all involved.”
Campbell was sentenced to 16 weeks in jail, with an additional £200 in costs and a £122 victim surcharge. He was also handed an indefinite ban on owning animals, a measure intended to prevent further cruelty.
In addition to the animal cruelty case, Campbell’s criminal history includes a series of other offenses. In August 2016, he appeared in court in Nottingham facing charges related to domestic violence, including assault with a machete, property damage, and witness intimidation. Although he pleaded not guilty, the case was scheduled for trial at Nottingham Crown Court, with no online record of the final outcome.
Furthermore, in August 2018, Campbell, then residing at Gilbert Avenue, St Ann’s, Nottingham, was sentenced to nine months in prison after being caught ransacking a convenience store alongside an accomplice. The police found them filling a large sack with cigarettes, and Campbell claimed that his actions were motivated by drug debts. At that time, he had accumulated 33 convictions for 73 offenses, including burglary and handling stolen goods, highlighting a troubling pattern of criminal behavior.
Most recently, in July 2021, Campbell faced charges for possession of a firearm after authorities discovered a makeshift gun factory in Mansfield Woodhouse, Nottinghamshire, further underscoring his ongoing involvement in criminal activities.
Campbell was found guilty of subjecting two innocent six-month-old bull terrier puppies, named Sian and Frankie, to a relentless campaign of sadistic abuse. The court heard how these young dogs endured a series of horrific injuries inflicted deliberately by Campbell, including stab wounds, burns from cigarettes, and scalding injuries caused by hot liquids.
The investigation began when the RSPCA was alerted to concerns about the welfare of the dogs at Campbell’s family home in Codnor. However, upon arrival, the animals were not present at the residence. The authorities traced the puppies to a property located on Woodstock Avenue in Bobbers Mill, Nottingham, with the postal code NG7 5QP. Once located, both dogs were taken into the care of the RSPCA, where veterinary examinations revealed a catalogue of severe injuries.
Veterinary reports detailed the extent of the suffering inflicted upon the puppies. Sian was found with extensive burns covering her side, along with a large wound on the back of her skull and neck. Frankie, on the other hand, exhibited a puncture wound on his face, consistent with stabbing, and had suffered burns and other injuries that indicated prolonged abuse.
The veterinarian described the injuries in detail, noting that Frankie had a circular skin lesion on his wrist and a similar healed wound on his toe, both of which appeared to be older scars from puncture wounds or cigarette burns. A fresh circular wound near Frankie’s eye, approximately 10 millimeters in diameter, was identified as being about three to seven days old and was consistent with a puncture caused by a sharp object.
Sian displayed a limp hind leg and was unable to sit still, exhibiting signs of pain and distress. The veterinarian observed skin scabs over her nose and throat, along with fresh lesions on her ribs and armpits, which showed a pattern typical of liquid burns from hot liquid poured from a height. Sian’s gait was unsteady, and she struggled to bear weight on her hind legs, indicating significant trauma and suffering.
During an interview with RSPCA inspector Helen Mead, Campbell’s responses were notably evasive. When questioned about the injuries, Campbell claimed that Sian’s leg was improving and dismissed concerns about her condition. He also alleged that Sian had knocked a pan of boiling water over herself, explaining some of her wounds. Throughout the interview, Campbell refused to make eye contact, sitting with his coat hood up and turning his side away from the inspector, which further raised suspicions about his involvement.
District Judge Johnathan Taff condemned Campbell’s actions as “sustained and systemic cruelty,” emphasizing that causing unnecessary suffering to animals is a grave offense. The judge criticized Campbell for not seeking immediate veterinary treatment for the injuries he inflicted, describing his conduct as unforgivable.
Despite efforts to rehabilitate the dogs, both Sian and Frankie remained aggressive and exhibited dangerous behaviors that made rehoming impossible. Their aggression persisted even after 18 months of behavior therapy, leading to the heartbreaking decision to euthanize them for safety reasons. RSPCA Inspector Rachel Leafe expressed her sadness over the outcome, stating, “Both Frankie and Sian had some awful untreated physical injuries which it appears to have affected them in their nature towards people. We worked really hard to try to rehabilitate these dogs but there was nothing else we could do – the whole thing has been a very sad and upsetting incident for all involved.”
Campbell was sentenced to 16 weeks in jail, with an additional £200 in costs and a £122 victim surcharge. He was also handed an indefinite ban on owning animals, a measure intended to prevent further cruelty.
In addition to the animal cruelty case, Campbell’s criminal history includes a series of other offenses. In August 2016, he appeared in court in Nottingham facing charges related to domestic violence, including assault with a machete, property damage, and witness intimidation. Although he pleaded not guilty, the case was scheduled for trial at Nottingham Crown Court, with no online record of the final outcome.
Furthermore, in August 2018, Campbell, then residing at Gilbert Avenue, St Ann’s, Nottingham, was sentenced to nine months in prison after being caught ransacking a convenience store alongside an accomplice. The police found them filling a large sack with cigarettes, and Campbell claimed that his actions were motivated by drug debts. At that time, he had accumulated 33 convictions for 73 offenses, including burglary and handling stolen goods, highlighting a troubling pattern of criminal behavior.
Most recently, in July 2021, Campbell faced charges for possession of a firearm after authorities discovered a makeshift gun factory in Mansfield Woodhouse, Nottinghamshire, further underscoring his ongoing involvement in criminal activities.