LUKE PARRY FROM NEWPORT SENTENCED FOR CRUELTY TO LABRADOR PUPPY BELLE

Luke Parry, born in April 1988 and residing at 21 Tallis Close, Ringland, Newport NP19 9LW, has been found guilty of subjecting a young Labrador puppy named Belle to repeated acts of physical violence.

The disturbing case came to light when Belle was brought to a veterinary clinic after Parry claimed that she had become incontinent, appeared weak during bathing, and had fallen in the bath. These symptoms prompted the veterinarian to conduct a thorough examination, including X-rays, which uncovered injuries of varying ages, strongly indicating ongoing abuse.

Veterinary experts confirmed that Belle had sustained multiple rib fractures on at least three separate occasions, along with a collapsed lung. These injuries were attributed to blunt force trauma inflicted by Parry. The evidence pointed to a pattern of sustained physical abuse that caused Belle significant pain, fear, and distress. The veterinarian noted that Belle had endured these injuries for a minimum of 24 hours at certain points, highlighting the severity and ongoing nature of her suffering.

During legal proceedings, it was revealed that Parry, who has connections to the Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire regions, pleaded guilty to charges of non-accidental injury to the animal. In his defense, Parry explained that he was struggling with mental health issues and battling drug and alcohol addictions at the time of the abuse.

The court ultimately sentenced Parry to a 15-week prison term, which was suspended for 12 months. Additionally, he was ordered to participate in a six-month alcohol treatment program, including 10 days of rehabilitation activities. The court also mandated that he pay £300 in costs. As part of the ruling, Parry received a lifetime ban on owning or caring for any animals, a measure aimed at preventing future abuse.

Inspector Caroline Richardson expressed her relief that Belle had recovered well and was successfully rehomed. She emphasized that the sentence sends a clear message that animal cruelty will not be tolerated and that severe penalties will be enforced to protect vulnerable animals from harm.