JULIEANN GREENWOOD OF WALLSEND CONVICTED FOR ANIMAL NEGLECT

Julieann Greenwood, born around 1966 and residing in Burn Closes Crescent, Wallsend NE28, was convicted in 2019 for failing to seek veterinary treatment for her flea-infested pet cats.

Greenwood’s cats, Sapphire and Starlight, were discovered by RSPCA inspectors to be covered in fleas. A court was told that one of the animals was nearly bald due to alopecia.

Prosecutor Stewart Haywood, speaking on behalf of the RSPCA at North Tyneside Magistrates' Court, described Greenwood’s neglect as "prolonged". He stated, "It would have taken months for the cats to get into the condition they were in. The two cats were discovered by inspectors for the charity at her home in July, just months after her operation."

During the court hearing, Greenwood attempted to present herself as a cat lover, claiming she had tried to seek treatment by purchasing a collar from Amazon. The RSPCA released images showing Starlight’s skin was scabbed due to fleas. When questioned about their condition, Greenwood was reported to have been abusive towards the inspectors.

Greenwood’s defense solicitor, Gerry Bass, commented on her demeanor, saying, “I don’t think she gave the best impression of herself that day as she was deeply upset.” It was also noted that, after undergoing a sex change earlier that year, Greenwood was said to have "taken her eyes off the ball" and allowed her pets to suffer.

Greenwood pleaded guilty to causing unnecessary suffering to a protected animal. She was fined £120, ordered to pay £400 in costs, and banned from keeping animals for a period of five years, which will end in December 2024.

(Credit: Chronicle Live)