THOMAS TRINKL FROM DEESIDE SHOCKS COURT WITH CRUELTY TO DOG AND VIOLENCE IN MANCHESTER
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In October 2021, a disturbing case of animal cruelty and violence unfolded in Deeside, involving Thomas Trinkl, a man known locally for his self-professed 'gangster' persona. The court heard how Trinkl, residing at Sealand Court in Deeside, inflicted severe injuries on his pet dog, Teddy, a Shar Pei, after a moment of frustration during training. The incident resulted in Teddy suffering from broken ribs and facial and paw wounds, injuries that went unnoticed for several weeks.
Following reports from concerned members of the public, an RSPCA officer visited Bridge View in Deeside last year. Witnesses had observed Teddy being hit and thrown over a fence, actions that raised alarm about the dog's welfare. Passers-by described Teddy as an extremely nervous animal, visibly frightened by sudden movements, indicating ongoing distress and fear.
During the trial at Mold Magistrates' Court last month, Trinkl admitted to throwing Teddy over the fence. He explained that his actions were driven by frustration with the dog's training, claiming that he was overwhelmed and that the dog had 'tipped him over the edge.' However, the court was presented with evidence contradicting his account. An RSPCA inspector, Jenny Anderton, recounted her interview with Trinkl, during which he stated that he sometimes got frustrated with Teddy and that the previous day, the dog had 'tipped him over the edge.' Trinkl claimed he threw Teddy over the wall because it was 'the only way out.'
Inspector Anderton further revealed that Trinkl had considered relinquishing the dog, saying, 'He said he would think about signing the dog over if he wasn’t managing with its behaviour.' Trinkl also mentioned that Teddy was toileting inside the house and that he sometimes lost his temper, but he did not want to give up on the animal, comparing his situation to his own family’s abandonment.
The court heard that Teddy exhibited signs of fear and anxiety, such as shaking, urinating, and defecating when Trinkl became agitated. Trinkl claimed he was unaware of Teddy’s pain from the rib fractures, attributing the dog's 'little accidents' to normal mishaps or running into doors. However, veterinary assessments painted a different picture. The first vet to examine Teddy explained that the severity of the injuries, including multiple rib fractures, could not have been caused by accidental trauma. The vet stated, 'It requires considerable force to disrupt the structure of a bone and cause it to break or fracture,' and expressed the opinion that Teddy’s injuries were likely non-accidental and that Trinkl was the most probable person responsible.
A second veterinary surgeon confirmed the findings, noting that the fractures would have caused Teddy unnecessary pain and suffering on multiple occasions. The evidence strongly suggested that Teddy’s injuries resulted from deliberate abuse, with the owner failing to seek timely veterinary care.
Trinkl, who denied the animal welfare offences, was sentenced to 18 weeks in prison suspended for 18 months. Additionally, he was banned from keeping animals for ten years, ordered to complete 240 hours of unpaid work, and pay a victim surcharge of £128. Teddy has since been in the care of the RSPCA and is making good progress. The organization is now seeking a new home for the dog.
It was also revealed that earlier this year, Trinkl had been convicted of causing extensive damage to his residence, threatening to 'smash up the whole street' in a fit of rage. He admitted to using threatening and abusive behaviour and resisting a police officer during that incident, further highlighting a pattern of concerning conduct.
Following reports from concerned members of the public, an RSPCA officer visited Bridge View in Deeside last year. Witnesses had observed Teddy being hit and thrown over a fence, actions that raised alarm about the dog's welfare. Passers-by described Teddy as an extremely nervous animal, visibly frightened by sudden movements, indicating ongoing distress and fear.
During the trial at Mold Magistrates' Court last month, Trinkl admitted to throwing Teddy over the fence. He explained that his actions were driven by frustration with the dog's training, claiming that he was overwhelmed and that the dog had 'tipped him over the edge.' However, the court was presented with evidence contradicting his account. An RSPCA inspector, Jenny Anderton, recounted her interview with Trinkl, during which he stated that he sometimes got frustrated with Teddy and that the previous day, the dog had 'tipped him over the edge.' Trinkl claimed he threw Teddy over the wall because it was 'the only way out.'
Inspector Anderton further revealed that Trinkl had considered relinquishing the dog, saying, 'He said he would think about signing the dog over if he wasn’t managing with its behaviour.' Trinkl also mentioned that Teddy was toileting inside the house and that he sometimes lost his temper, but he did not want to give up on the animal, comparing his situation to his own family’s abandonment.
The court heard that Teddy exhibited signs of fear and anxiety, such as shaking, urinating, and defecating when Trinkl became agitated. Trinkl claimed he was unaware of Teddy’s pain from the rib fractures, attributing the dog's 'little accidents' to normal mishaps or running into doors. However, veterinary assessments painted a different picture. The first vet to examine Teddy explained that the severity of the injuries, including multiple rib fractures, could not have been caused by accidental trauma. The vet stated, 'It requires considerable force to disrupt the structure of a bone and cause it to break or fracture,' and expressed the opinion that Teddy’s injuries were likely non-accidental and that Trinkl was the most probable person responsible.
A second veterinary surgeon confirmed the findings, noting that the fractures would have caused Teddy unnecessary pain and suffering on multiple occasions. The evidence strongly suggested that Teddy’s injuries resulted from deliberate abuse, with the owner failing to seek timely veterinary care.
Trinkl, who denied the animal welfare offences, was sentenced to 18 weeks in prison suspended for 18 months. Additionally, he was banned from keeping animals for ten years, ordered to complete 240 hours of unpaid work, and pay a victim surcharge of £128. Teddy has since been in the care of the RSPCA and is making good progress. The organization is now seeking a new home for the dog.
It was also revealed that earlier this year, Trinkl had been convicted of causing extensive damage to his residence, threatening to 'smash up the whole street' in a fit of rage. He admitted to using threatening and abusive behaviour and resisting a police officer during that incident, further highlighting a pattern of concerning conduct.