{ACT by 5-6!} Justice & $$$ for Scatt (1 Photo)
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Judy Reed
Apr 24, 2009, 10:40:32 PM4/24/09
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ACT FOR SCATT: Take action by Wednesday, May 6th
The much loved, 10-year-resident therapy cat of South Seattle Church is in veterinary intensive care after being attacked by a man staying at the parish's rehab center. The cat suffered broken ribs, an 8-inch gash on his side, and a punctured lung. Scatt is now being treated at the South Seattle Veterinarian Hospital. Pasado's Safe Haven has offered to pay for all the cat's vet care. Scatt's story: <https://www.pasadosafehaven.org/articles/09.04.18/Cruelty_Scatt/Scatt.html>
#1 ATTEND: HEARING FOR SCATT's ALLEGED ATTACKER
If you are near Seattle, WA, please join Pasado's at date and location below. We'll have banners and you are welcome to bring your own sign, but please make sure the language/images are respectful and appropriate to the occasion and don't cause distraction.
No email for Judge. Use FAX or Snail. Copy Clerk by email.
~~~Please Personalize Sample Letter~~~>Judy.
The Honorable Sharon Armstrong
King County Courthouse
Criminal Department 29
516 3rd Ave Room E1201
Seattle, WA 98104
(206) 296-9130 (206) 296-9100
Fax: (206) 296-0986
In care of: clerksofficec...@kingcounty.gov
Dear Judge Armstrong:
Scatt, the much loved resident cat of South Seattle Church is in veterinary intensive care fighting for his life. I understand the 47-year-old suspect Tracy Clark has been has been booked into the King County Jail under investigation of first-degree animal cruelty and is being held on $50,000 bail. I congratulate Washington for passing a felony animal abuse law in 1994 and encourage its use in this case against Tracy Clark with maximum penalties .
Ten years ago, the homeless Scatt became a ³therapy cat² for humans who also were homeless, and like Scatt, down on their luck. He provided unconditional love to those who had nothing. Then, one of the very clients he helped, viciously attacked Scatt, nearly gutting him.
This man who had been staying in the parish's rehabilitation center allegedly stabbed and beat this defenseless and loving cat -- who was helping him and many others in the South Seattle Church -- nearly to death. It was reported that Scatt suffered broken ribs, an 8-inch gash on his side, and perforated lung.
This unconscionable sadistic act of violence should be punished with the maximum fine and jail sentence. Animal abuse is linked to domestic violence. I believe the circumstances of this case call for the perpetrator to be held over to answer to the charges and that more than the usual slap-on-the-wrist punishment is called for if he is found guilty. A sentence that truly addresses the seriousness of causing a sentient being to suffer in such a cruel manner will teach this man -- and others who would commit such an act of cruelty -- that the law will uphold an animal's right to humane treatment.
If cruelty to animals is not adequate reason to seek and impose severe punishment, may I remind you of the indisputable connection between animal cruelty and human violence. Social scientists and law enforcement officials have identified animal abuse as an indicator crime which is a precursor to violent crimes against human beings. Certainly, a person found guilty of such crimes has a cold indifference to the suffering of a living being and is a potential danger to society and other animals.
Were individuals guilty of perpetrating such cruel and violent acts allowed to go unpunished, or not be sufficiently punished, their horrific crimes would be sanctioned. That would be unacceptable in what we like to think of as a civilized society.
I respectfully urge you to impose the maxiumum penalty against Scatt's attacker. In addition, I strongly recommend that this man receive mandatory psychological counseling and be prohibited from owning, or living with animals. I don't know what this man's circumstances are; however, the large veterinary bill accruing at South Seattle Veterinarian Hospital -- which will be paid by Pasado's Safe Haven through contributions -- should be repaid by this man as restitution.
Respectfully submitted,
~~~~~~~~Letter end~~~~~~~~~~~
#3 DONATE FOR SCATT'S CARE
https://www.pasadosafehaven.org/donate.html
Pasado's Safe Haven
P.O. Box 171
Sultan, WA 98294
Telephone: (360) 793.9393
Fax: (206) 123.4567 Pasado's Safe Haven is a 501(c)( 3) non-profit organization.
If you experience any problems with donation form please call
MORE INFORMATION:
Entire Story:
<https://www.pasadosafehaven.org/articles/09.04.18/Cruelty_Scatt/Scatt.html>
Criminal Docket: <http://dw.courts.wa.gov/index.cfm?fa=home.superiorSearch&terms=accept&flashform=0>
Updates on Scatt's Condition:
We¹ll be posting updates and photos often.
<http://cts.vresp.com/c/?PasadosSafeHaven/417b4ed92d/9e8a528a45/baaf7dce33>
Info Sources: Pasado's Safe Haven <Pasado_s_...@mail.vresp.com>
<https://www.pasadosafehaven.org/articles/09.04.18/Cruelty_Scatt/Scatt.html>
Valerie Traina at vtrai...@yahoo.com
<https://www.pasadosafehaven.org/contact.html>
The Seattle Times <http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/localnews/2009095393_webcat21m.html>
The Seattle PI <http://blog.seattlepi.com/seattle911/archives/167036.asp?from=blog_last3>
Seattle ABC network affiliate <http://www.komonews.com/news/local/43391762.html>
Fox News <http://www.q13fox.com/pages/news_story_landing_page/?Scatt-The-Cat-In-Good-Condition-After-Vi=1&blockID=272126&feedID=144>
<http://www.courts.wa.gov/appellate_trial_courts/>
<http://www.courts.wa.gov/court_dir/>
<http://www.kingcounty.gov/courts/superiorCourt.aspx>
<http://www.kingcounty.gov/courts/superiorcourt/judges.aspx>
<http://www.kingcounty.gov/courts/SuperiorCourt/kcch.aspx>
<http://www.kingcounty.gov/courts/superiorcourt/~/media/courts/SuperiorCourt/Docs/emailjudges.ashx>
<http://www.kingcounty.gov/courts/Clerk.aspx>
Armstro...@kingcourt.gov (DO NOT USE PER POLICY: will be rejected)
Bailiff Malia Roth (206) 296-9363
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~>
Judy Reed
AnimalVoices
Speaking For Animals & Their Environment
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Info Sources Below
ACT FOR SCATT: Take action by Wednesday, May 6th
The much loved, 10-year-resident therapy cat of South Seattle Church is in veterinary intensive care after being attacked by a man staying at the parish's rehab center. The cat suffered broken ribs, an 8-inch gash on his side, and a punctured lung. Scatt is now being treated at the South Seattle Veterinarian Hospital. Pasado's Safe Haven has offered to pay for all the cat's vet care. Scatt's story: <https://www.pasadosafehaven.org/articles/09.04.18/Cruelty_Scatt/Scatt.html>
#1 ATTEND: HEARING FOR SCATT's ALLEGED ATTACKER
If you are near Seattle, WA, please join Pasado's at date and location below. We'll have banners and you are welcome to bring your own sign, but please make sure the language/images are respectful and appropriate to the occasion and don't cause distraction.
Day: Wednesday, May 6th#2 LETTER: JUSTICE FOR SCATT
Time: 8:30am
Location: King County Courthouse Seattle, WA
516 3rd Ave Seattle, WA Room E1201
(meet outside on the east side of the courthouse)
Case# 091039042
*check back often these dates are subject to change!
No email for Judge. Use FAX or Snail. Copy Clerk by email.
~~~Please Personalize Sample Letter~~~>Judy.
The Honorable Sharon Armstrong
King County Courthouse
Criminal Department 29
516 3rd Ave Room E1201
Seattle, WA 98104
(206) 296-9130 (206) 296-9100
Fax: (206) 296-0986
In care of: clerksofficec...@kingcounty.gov
Re: The State of Washington vs. Tracy Clark
Case# 091039042
Dear Judge Armstrong:
Scatt, the much loved resident cat of South Seattle Church is in veterinary intensive care fighting for his life. I understand the 47-year-old suspect Tracy Clark has been has been booked into the King County Jail under investigation of first-degree animal cruelty and is being held on $50,000 bail. I congratulate Washington for passing a felony animal abuse law in 1994 and encourage its use in this case against Tracy Clark with maximum penalties .
Ten years ago, the homeless Scatt became a ³therapy cat² for humans who also were homeless, and like Scatt, down on their luck. He provided unconditional love to those who had nothing. Then, one of the very clients he helped, viciously attacked Scatt, nearly gutting him.
This man who had been staying in the parish's rehabilitation center allegedly stabbed and beat this defenseless and loving cat -- who was helping him and many others in the South Seattle Church -- nearly to death. It was reported that Scatt suffered broken ribs, an 8-inch gash on his side, and perforated lung.
This unconscionable sadistic act of violence should be punished with the maximum fine and jail sentence. Animal abuse is linked to domestic violence. I believe the circumstances of this case call for the perpetrator to be held over to answer to the charges and that more than the usual slap-on-the-wrist punishment is called for if he is found guilty. A sentence that truly addresses the seriousness of causing a sentient being to suffer in such a cruel manner will teach this man -- and others who would commit such an act of cruelty -- that the law will uphold an animal's right to humane treatment.
If cruelty to animals is not adequate reason to seek and impose severe punishment, may I remind you of the indisputable connection between animal cruelty and human violence. Social scientists and law enforcement officials have identified animal abuse as an indicator crime which is a precursor to violent crimes against human beings. Certainly, a person found guilty of such crimes has a cold indifference to the suffering of a living being and is a potential danger to society and other animals.
Were individuals guilty of perpetrating such cruel and violent acts allowed to go unpunished, or not be sufficiently punished, their horrific crimes would be sanctioned. That would be unacceptable in what we like to think of as a civilized society.
I respectfully urge you to impose the maxiumum penalty against Scatt's attacker. In addition, I strongly recommend that this man receive mandatory psychological counseling and be prohibited from owning, or living with animals. I don't know what this man's circumstances are; however, the large veterinary bill accruing at South Seattle Veterinarian Hospital -- which will be paid by Pasado's Safe Haven through contributions -- should be repaid by this man as restitution.
Respectfully submitted,
~~~~~~~~Letter end~~~~~~~~~~~
#3 DONATE FOR SCATT'S CARE
https://www.pasadosafehaven.org/donate.html
Pasado's Safe Haven
P.O. Box 171
Sultan, WA 98294
Telephone: (360) 793.9393
Fax: (206) 123.4567 Pasado's Safe Haven is a 501(c)( 3) non-profit organization.
If you experience any problems with donation form please call
MORE INFORMATION:
Entire Story:
<https://www.pasadosafehaven.org/articles/09.04.18/Cruelty_Scatt/Scatt.html>
Criminal Docket: <http://dw.courts.wa.gov/index.cfm?fa=home.superiorSearch&terms=accept&flashform=0>
Updates on Scatt's Condition:
We¹ll be posting updates and photos often.
<http://cts.vresp.com/c/?PasadosSafeHaven/417b4ed92d/9e8a528a45/baaf7dce33>
Info Sources: Pasado's Safe Haven <Pasado_s_...@mail.vresp.com>
<https://www.pasadosafehaven.org/articles/09.04.18/Cruelty_Scatt/Scatt.html>
Valerie Traina at vtrai...@yahoo.com
<https://www.pasadosafehaven.org/contact.html>
The Seattle Times <http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/localnews/2009095393_webcat21m.html>
The Seattle PI <http://blog.seattlepi.com/seattle911/archives/167036.asp?from=blog_last3>
Seattle ABC network affiliate <http://www.komonews.com/news/local/43391762.html>
Fox News <http://www.q13fox.com/pages/news_story_landing_page/?Scatt-The-Cat-In-Good-Condition-After-Vi=1&blockID=272126&feedID=144>
<http://www.courts.wa.gov/appellate_trial_courts/>
<http://www.courts.wa.gov/court_dir/>
<http://www.kingcounty.gov/courts/superiorCourt.aspx>
<http://www.kingcounty.gov/courts/superiorcourt/judges.aspx>
<http://www.kingcounty.gov/courts/SuperiorCourt/kcch.aspx>
<http://www.kingcounty.gov/courts/superiorcourt/~/media/courts/SuperiorCourt/Docs/emailjudges.ashx>
<http://www.kingcounty.gov/courts/Clerk.aspx>
Armstro...@kingcourt.gov (DO NOT USE PER POLICY: will be rejected)
Bailiff Malia Roth (206) 296-9363
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~>
Judy Reed
AnimalVoices
Speaking For Animals & Their Environment You are invited to read past articles and alerts, subscribe, or unsubscribe at:
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