VICTORIA TWEED FROM NORTH BELFAST SENTENCED FOR CRUELTY TO ROTTWEILER ARCHIE IN PORTRUSH
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North Belfast Animal Abuser
Victoria Tweed, a woman born in 1995 and residing on Mountcollyer Road in Belfast BT15 3DT, has been convicted of animal cruelty related to the neglect and starvation of her pet Rottweiler, Archie. The case highlights a disturbing instance of animal abuse that took place across different locations, including her current residence in North Belfast and her previous property in Portrush, County Antrim.
According to court records, Tweed, a single mother of two children, pleaded guilty to charges of causing unnecessary suffering to Archie, a dog that was severely neglected under her care. The charges were brought forward by the Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council under the Welfare of Animals Act (Northern Ireland) 2011. The investigation was initiated after a council animal welfare officer visited Tweed’s former home at Garron Park in Portrush in February 2019.
During this visit, the officer observed that Archie was in a dire state—emaciated, underweight, and living in extremely unhygienic conditions. The environment was described as foul, with the dog showing clear signs of neglect. Recognizing the severity of the situation, the officer summoned a veterinarian to examine Archie. The vet confirmed that the dog was suffering and needed immediate removal from the premises. Archie was found to be very hungry when examined at the clinic, indicating prolonged starvation.
Following the veterinary assessment, Archie was taken into the care of the local council. Over the course of a month in their custody, the dog’s condition improved significantly, with his weight increasing by approximately 60%. This recovery was a positive outcome amidst the circumstances of neglect. Subsequently, Archie was rehomed to a new family, and he has since maintained a healthy weight and appears to be thriving.
In sentencing, the court ordered Tweed to pay a total of £500 in costs and fines. Additionally, she was disqualified from owning or keeping any animals for a period of five years, a ban that will expire in March 2026. The case serves as a stark reminder of the importance of animal welfare laws and the consequences of neglecting vulnerable animals. The story was reported by the Coleraine Times, emphasizing the ongoing efforts to combat animal cruelty in Northern Ireland.
According to court records, Tweed, a single mother of two children, pleaded guilty to charges of causing unnecessary suffering to Archie, a dog that was severely neglected under her care. The charges were brought forward by the Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council under the Welfare of Animals Act (Northern Ireland) 2011. The investigation was initiated after a council animal welfare officer visited Tweed’s former home at Garron Park in Portrush in February 2019.
During this visit, the officer observed that Archie was in a dire state—emaciated, underweight, and living in extremely unhygienic conditions. The environment was described as foul, with the dog showing clear signs of neglect. Recognizing the severity of the situation, the officer summoned a veterinarian to examine Archie. The vet confirmed that the dog was suffering and needed immediate removal from the premises. Archie was found to be very hungry when examined at the clinic, indicating prolonged starvation.
Following the veterinary assessment, Archie was taken into the care of the local council. Over the course of a month in their custody, the dog’s condition improved significantly, with his weight increasing by approximately 60%. This recovery was a positive outcome amidst the circumstances of neglect. Subsequently, Archie was rehomed to a new family, and he has since maintained a healthy weight and appears to be thriving.
In sentencing, the court ordered Tweed to pay a total of £500 in costs and fines. Additionally, she was disqualified from owning or keeping any animals for a period of five years, a ban that will expire in March 2026. The case serves as a stark reminder of the importance of animal welfare laws and the consequences of neglecting vulnerable animals. The story was reported by the Coleraine Times, emphasizing the ongoing efforts to combat animal cruelty in Northern Ireland.